Wastewater Overflow Reported at Whitney Pump Station on April 29

The City of Timmins reported a sanitary wastewater overflow at Pump Station #1 on Tisdale Street in Whitney, Ontario, on April 29, 2025. According to the municipal government report, the incident was identified and response protocols were put in place to manage the overflow. The city indicated that appropriate authorities were notified following the event.

Municipal staff conducted site assessment, containment, and ongoing monitoring after the overflow. The report states that no public health advisories related to drinking water or recreational use have been issued as a result of the incident.

City officials stated that sampling took place at the site and that further information would be released if additional impacts were identified. All details are based on the Timmins municipal government's official report dated April 29, 2025.