The water in Owen Sound has once again been deemed safe to drink.
The city, in consultation with Grey Bruce Public Health, lifted the precautionary boil water advisory on Monday.
The advisory had been in place since Saturday night when turbidity or cloudiness in the water was observed at the local water treatment plant. Turbidity can be a sign of dirt, clay, algae or other organic materials in the water that may pose a risk to public health. Parts of Meaford and Georgian Bluffs, which are also connected to Owen Sound's water system were also affected.
Public Health Ontario and the Ministry of Environment conducted an engineering assessment that confirmed adequate water disinfection, ultimately confirming it is safe to drink.
"No remedial actions need to take place, such as running taps or flushing systems, to restore home and building water systems," the City of Owen Sound said in a statement. "Residents can begin using tap water immediately."
Residents are still encouraged to conserve water by taking shorter showers and not running half-loads in dishwashers or washing machines.
