Calgary Issues Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Southwest Communities
The City of Calgary has implemented a boil water advisory affecting roughly 500 residences and businesses in several southwest neighborhoods following a water main disruption on Friday, March 13, 2026. This advisory is a separate incident from the ongoing city-wide water-use restrictions related to the Bearspaw South feeder main.
Affected Areas and Duration
The advisory specifically applies to the community of Spruce Cliff and parts of Wildwood and Rosscarrock. City officials anticipate the order will remain in effect for a minimum of three days, likely extending through Monday, to allow for proper water main flushing and comprehensive water quality testing.
Cause of the Advisory
The disruption originated when a water service line broke on private property earlier in the day. During the process of shutting off water to the affected property, complications arose with the water main supplying drinking water to the broader area. Although water service was expected to be restored by Friday afternoon, Alberta Health Services mandated the boil water advisory as a precautionary public health measure.
Safety Instructions for Residents
All residents and businesses within the affected zone must follow these critical safety protocols:
- Bring all tap water to a rolling boil for at least one minute before use
- This applies to water intended for drinking, brushing teeth, cleaning raw foods, or making ice
- Alternatively, residents may choose to purchase bottled water for consumption during the advisory period
City Support Measures
The City of Calgary is providing water wagons in the affected area, with specific locations available on the city's official website. Officials emphasize that this advisory is unrelated to the Bearspaw South feeder main issues that have prompted broader water-use restrictions across Calgary.
Additional Resources and Updates
Residents seeking more detailed information about proper boil water procedures are encouraged to contact Health Link at 811 or visit the Alberta Health Services website. The city will continue to post updates and information at their dedicated water outages webpage as the situation develops.
The City of Calgary and Alberta Health Services are working collaboratively to resolve this issue and ensure public safety remains the top priority throughout the advisory period.
