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Puvirnituq Faces Water Crisis Amid Urgent Evacuations

5/20/2025

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Puvirnituq, Quebec, is grappling with a dire water crisis, worsened by a recent fire. With the main water pipe frozen since March, residents are left to depend on untreated water. In a desperate move, some patients have been evacuated to Montreal for urgent care. Local leaders are calling for government support to bolster infrastructure and avert future emergencies.

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Puvirnituq, Quebec, is grappling with a dire water crisis, worsened by a recent fire. With the main water pipe frozen since March, residents are left to depend on untreated water. In a desperate move, some patients have been evacuated to Montreal for urgent care. Local leaders are calling for government support to bolster infrastructure and avert future emergencies.