A boil water advisory in Bridgetown, N.S., will be in effect for the next two days after a water main broke on Saturday morning.

The break resulted in a supply shutoff to allow for repairs, said municipal operations manager Greg Price.

He said the problem was fixed by about 2 p.m. However, all Bridgetown-area residents should boil their water before consuming it for the next 48 hours until two successful water tests can be completed.

Residents don't have to boil the water if it's being used for purposes besides consumption, Price said.

The water may be cloudy for a time.

The main is located about a metre below a ditch north of Inglewood Road.

Price said the break likely occurred due to wear and tear.