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Health officials have lifted a boil water advisory for residents of Blackburn Hamlet’s Glen Park area.

However, the Birchtree Park, Compata Way and Fairglen Mews areas remain under advisory.

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Residents in the affected areas are advised to bring water to a rolling boil for at least one minute to kill any microorganisms before using it for consumption, including drinking, making juice, ice and infant formula, as well as for use in food preparation.

In addition, boiled water should be used for rinsing dishes after washing and for brushing teeth.

If you are unable to boil water, you should consume only bottled water. Other non-consumption uses, such as showering, are safe.

The advisory did not specify the nature of the problem with the water, but city officials said it would be rescinded when Ottawa Public Health is satisfied the water quality has been restored and tap water is safe to drink.

For more information, go to ottawa.ca, or call 3-1-1. You can also connect with Ottawa Public Health on Facebook and Twitter (@OttawaHealth).