With no significant rain in the forecast, rural municipal units have stepped-up their help to residents.
The Municipality of Argyle has conducted online surveys and activated many volunteers and its Public Works Department to help deliver drinking water to those who are unable to pick it up.
CAO Alain Muise says with no end in sight to this dry spell, they are seeking additional resources.
“The need for drinking and non-drinking water is only going to increase. We are reaching out to EMO Nova Scotia and the minister of the Department of Municipal Affairs to aid us in this endeavor.”
Muise says many of those who helped during the drought of 2016 are the same volunteers helping out now and several are volunteer firefighters.
He says while that volunteer base is strong, if this extends longer they will need more resources.
Here is additional information from the Municipality of Argyle:
With still no sign of heavy precipitation in the forecast, EMO Argyle is reminding residents to keep an eye on their neighbors, especially those living alone or most vulnerable, and will be assisting residents with resources and options for those that are significantly affected.
EMO Argyle will be providing the following assistance:
Drinking Water
The Municipality has a supply of 4L jugs of drinking water to be given to residents. There
is a 16L limit per household per pickup. Pick up locations are as follows:
. Carls Store, Tusket
. La Shoppe a Carl, Wedgeport
. Co-op De La Tour, Lower West Pubnico
. East Pubnico Fire Hall . Mondays and Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Please note that residents will be required to give their name, phone number and civic
address before receiving the water.
Water Sources
Non-drinking water is now available to the public to fill small or large containers at the
following locations:
. Wedgeport Legion, 24 Corporon Rd, Wedgeport
. East Pubnico Fire Hall, 33 Willet Rd, Middle East Pubnico
. Mariners Centre (Back of Centre), 45 Jody Shelley Dr, Yarmouth . PLEASE NOTE: Mariners Centre posts their hours on their Facebook page because the hours may change but they’re open 7 days a week and normally well into the evening.
. Former Arcadia School, 10177 Highway 3, Arcadia
More water sources may be established and as details are confirmed, the public will be
notified.
Water Delivery
Through its Public Works Department, the Municipality will take requests for water delivery for those with mobility, transportation or medical issues. Those that require this service can call (902) 648-2623 or request the service through Homecare or the Senior Safety Coordinator.
Showers
Showers are available at the Mariners Centre from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The Municipality urges its residents to continue updating them on their situation so that they can get a clear picture of how many are affected by this dry summer, and what further actions may need to be taken. They appreciate all those that have offered to help in any way possible and encourage everyone to do the same.
For up to date information regarding EMO activity in the municipality, contact our EMO Coordinator Janine Muise at 902-648-2314 or visit the EMO Argyle Facebook Page. For more information on being prepared for an emergency, please visit the provincial EMO website at http://novascotia.ca/dma/emo/.
Well and Drinking Water Safety
If your well has run dry, there are a few things you need to know to ensure you have safe drinking water. During a water shortage, everyone should do his/her part to conserve water and ensure their drinking water and water in general is safe.
For more information, please visit Nova Scotia Environment’s website at: https://novascotia.ca/watershortage/well-and-drinking-water-safety.asp.
