In the aftermath of last weekend’s storm, many residents around both Peterborough City and County are looking ahead to how they can be prepared on short notice.
That includes those that use well water in the region. Peterborough Public Health Medical Officer of Health Dr. Thomas Piggott says there’s some things to keep in mind when the power goes out if you are on well-based water for your home.
He says when it comes to things like cooking and brushing your teeth, always have a backup plan if you have well-supplied water.
Locally, there’s a number of spots you can drop off well water samples for testing.
Year Round:
• Public Health Ontario Laboratory at 99 Hospital Drive, Peterborough weekdays between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
• Peterborough Public Health, 185 King Street, Peterborough. Between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon on Fridays.
• Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Township Office at 1 Ottawa St., Havelock. Monday through Thursday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Seasonally (April to November):
• Municipality of Trent Lakes Administration Office, 760 County Road 36, Trent Lakes. Tuesdays and Thursdays between 8:30am and 10:00am.
• Township of North Kawartha, 280 Burleigh Street, Apsley. Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
(Written by: Matt Latour)
