State of emergency still in effect for Oneida Nation of the Thames
The water tower at the Oneida Nation of the Thames is seen on Dec. 20, 2022. (Bryan Bicknell/CTV News London)
A state of emergency remains in effect for residents of the Oneida Nation of the Thames over water issues.
Levels have fluctuated from extreme lows to highs.
A water conservation notice has since been lifted but the state of emergency continues.
The community has been under a boil water advisory since 2019.
Band officials continue to meet with all levels of government to determine a long-term solution.
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