Burst water main leads to boil water notice for central Wellington street

11:57 am on 15 June 2025
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A boil water notice has been issued for residents of a street in central Wellington. Photo: 123RF

A boil water notice has been issued for Thompson Street in central Wellington following the repair of a burst water main.

Authorities say there is a low risk that the water has been contaminated with bacteria following the repair.

Water was being tested.

Meanwhile, a water tanker was available for residents, and bottled water was also available.

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