NHCN Emergency Response

10/01/2026

Norway House Cree Nation: Watermain Break – Repaired. Water Supply System Back to Normal

https://alertable.ca/ #/incidents/16540ffb-4ce2-4893-953e-eca71244e199

Public Works has advised of a watermain break is now repaired. All affected areas, water supply is back to normal.

If you see discolored water coming from your taps, flush the water by opening all water taps in the home until water is clear.

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10/01/2026

Norway House Cree Nation: Watermain Break – HBO School Closed, Offices Open

https://alertable.ca/ #/incidents/16540ffb-4ce2-4893-953e-eca71244e199

Public Works has advised of a watermain break affecting the following buildings:

- HBO School
- Keenanow Trust Building
- Administration Building
- Chief & Council
- Jordan's Principle Building
- Social Division Building
- KSMA

These buildings will have no water service until repairs are completed. Water to the affected area has been shut off to isolate the water leak. Repairs are underway and are expected to be completed by Friday, October 2.

HBO School is closed to all staff and students until further notice.

All other affected offices (except KSMA) will remain open despite the water disruption. All staff are to report to work as scheduled.

The situation is being closely monitored. If conditions change, a decision to close the affected offices may be made on short notice, and staff will be informed right away and office will close.

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09/06/2026

📢 WATER TANK DISINFECTING – STARTING TODAY

Water tank disinfecting begins this morning, Sunday, September 6, 2026. Crews will start in Paupanekis Point and move toward the Fort Island Bridge. Ten crews will be completing this work under procedures approved by the Emergency Public Health Officer.

When Crews arrive, they will:
• Fully drain your water (cistern) tank
• Shut off the breaker to your hot water tank
• Drain your hot water tank as much as possible

What happens next:
• A water truck will deliver fresh water
• A disinfecting solution will be added to your tank
• The solution must remain in your tank for 6 hours
• Crews will return to drain the tank again
• A water truck will refill your tank with fresh water
• Process is complete

Important:
While the disinfecting solution is in your tank, do NOT drink the water or use it for cooking.

You can use the water for:
• Showering
• Laundry
• Flushing toilets

Using your plumbing helps disinfect your pipes and faucets.

09/02/2026

Norway House Cree Nation: Landline Disruption - Alert for Community of Norway House Cancelled

https://alertable.ca/ #/incidents/a6c780c3-1eb1-4439-b53b-2d14a55af566

Central Dispatch Service (204-359-4400) disruption is in effect for the Community of Norway House. This could affect your ability to reach and communicate with emergency services such as fire, ambulance and police.

If you need help immediately you will need to use alternative number.

This will remain in effect until service is restored.

Central Dispatch Alternate Number: (204) 590-6042

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09/01/2026

Norway House Cree Nation: Landline Disruption - Alert for Community of Norway House

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Central Dispatch Service (204-359-4400) disruption is in effect for the Community of Norway House. This could affect your ability to reach and communicate with emergency services such as fire, ambulance and police.

If you need help immediately you will need to use alternative number.

This will remain in effect until service is restored.

Central Dispatch Alternate Number: (204) 590-6042

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08/21/2026

Community Smoke Advisory

At this time, there have been no reported fires within or in the immediate vicinity of Norway House Cree Nation. The smoke currently present in the community is originating from active wildfires located along the Saskatchewan–Manitoba border. Due to prevailing wind patterns, smoke is being carried into the area and may continue to affect local air quality as wind conditions change.

Additional Note: Community members experiencing respiratory concerns or other health issues related to smoke exposure should limit outdoor activities when possible.

08/02/2026

❌ Ferry Breakdown - 12:40 am Sunday

We recieved a call from the Ferry at Sea Falls has stop running due to a breakdown. Unsure how long this breakdown may last. We will know more in the morning.

Arrangements are being made to shuttle and transport people that are on the Ferry and on the other side, there atm. Not sure how long this service will be available.

Please pass on the message to family friends that you know are traveling home tonight.

There will further updates in the morning.

07/23/2026

Cancelled - All 9-1-1Services back to normal.

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07/22/2026

🚨 Provincial Alert System “9-1-1 disruption”

Bell MTS is diagnosing an issue that may not allow 9-1-1 calls to be placed outside of Winnipeg. In our area (Norway House) 9-1-1 services is only accessible by cell phones and not home phones.

📞 Dial (204) 359-4400 if you require emergency services assistance “Police / Fire / EMS”

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07/14/2026

🔥 Community Fire Update

We want to keep our community informed and reassured about two fires currently being monitored in the area.

📍 Fire 1: Approximately ½ km southwest of Paupanekis Point. This fire is under control and is being managed by helicopter and ground crews.

📍 Fire 2: Located near Highway 373 by Duck Bay. This fire is also under control and is being managed by helicopter and ground crews.

✅ At this time, both fires are under control and do not pose a threat to the community.

⚠️ We kindly ask everyone to stay alert and continue following the complete fire ban that is currently in effect.

📞 If you see smoke or fire, please report it right away by calling 911, Wildfire Services at 1-800-782-0076 toll-free, or Central Dispatch at 204-359-4400.

👉 Please share this update with family, friends, and neighbours. By working together, staying informed, and respecting the fire ban, we can help keep our community safe.