Health officials say automatic shutoff kettles and coffee makers do not meet boiling requirements
Algoma Public Health has issued a boil water advisory for the Town of Thessalon following new information from the Ontario Clean Water Agency regarding a loss of water pressure in the municipal system.
Public health officials say the advisory was issued Jan. 15, 2026, after updated information was provided to Algoma Public Health about an adverse water quality incident that originally occurred Jan. 13.
The Town of Thessalon drinking water system experienced a loss of pressure due to a power interruption, which may have compromised water safety.
Residents are advised to bring tap water to a rolling boil for at least one minute before using it for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth or preparing food. Bottled water may be used as an alternative.
Health officials note that automatic shutoff kettles and coffee makers do not meet boiling requirements.
Algoma Public Health recommends using boiled or bottled water for washing fruits and vegetables, making infant formula and preparing foods that do not require cooking. Items such as ice, beverages or food prepared with untreated tap water should be discarded.
Dishwashers should be run on sanitize mode during the advisory. When hand washing dishes, residents are advised to wash and rinse dishes before sanitizing them or to use boiled or bottled water. Single-use disposable dishes are recommended if proper sanitization is not possible.
Public health officials say anyone experiencing symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain or fever should contact a health-care provider.
The boil water advisory will remain in effect until residents are notified by the Town of Thessalon or Algoma Public Health that the water is safe to drink.
More information is available on the Algoma Public Health website.