A drinking water advisory is in effect for the Lafontaine Drinking Water System in Tiny Township.
It says the precautionary advisory relates to the consumption of municipal water by infants under the age of six months.
Water samples collected recently showed an elevated level of nitrate, which slightly exceeds the Ontario Drinking Water Standard.
According to the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, most people are not exposed to levels of nitrate/nitrites that would cause adverse health effects; however, there is some concern for the most susceptible and sensitive population: bottle-fed infants less than six months of age. As such, water should not be used in the preparation of formula and food for infants less than six months old.
The Township is currently investigating the cause of the increase, conducting additional sampling, and working towards a lasting solution. Residents will be provided updates on the situation as they become available.
The Township will be providing bottled water for the preparation of infant formula.
If you have any health concerns regarding nitrates in your drinking water please visit the health unit’s website at www.smdhu.org or contact Health Connection and ask to speak with a public health nspector on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 705-721-7520 or 1-877-721-7520.
Drinking Water Advisory is in effect for the Lafontaine Drinking Water System.
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— Township of Tiny (@tinytownship) June 16, 2022