Boil Water Advisory in Effect for 482 Seventh Ave in Matheson

A boil water advisory was issued on August 25, 2025, for residents at 482 Seventh Ave who are served by the Matheson Drinking Water System. The notice requests that all tap water used for drinking, cooking, washing food, making ice, or brushing teeth be boiled before use.

This advisory is significant for residents of 482 Seventh Ave because untreated tap water may pose a health risk. The Porcupine Health Unit, which developed the notice, also recommends using bottled water as a suitable alternative.

According to the advisory, the precaution follows work completed on the service line in the area. The notice states that after the work is finished, bacteriological samples will be collected to ensure that the line has been properly flushed and that the water is safe to use.

The Porcupine Health Unit advises against using untreated tap water for personal hygiene until the advisory is lifted. Residents are directed to the Porcupine Health Unit website for further guidance and updates. The advisory states that affected residents will receive notification when it is safe to use the water without boiling.