Boil water advisories in place for Ingersoll and Mount Elgin

Southwestern Public Health is advising residents in the towns of Ingersoll and Mount Elgin to boil their tap water after possible contamination on Tuesday.

The water system in Mount Elgin experienced a pressure loss caused by Tuesday's heavy rainfall, which could cause contamination. The water system in Ingersoll showed samples that could contain bacteria.

Medical Officer of Health Dr. Ninh Tran is recommending that all residents boil their water for at least one minute before using it for drinking, preparing baby formula, making juice, brushing teeth, washing food and making ice.

A boil water advisory is also in place for residents in the northeast corner of Plattsville following a watermain break on Tuesday. The affected areas include east of Platt Street North to Hofstetter Road and north of Albert Street East to Hilborn Street.

The health unit said it will notify residents when the advisory is lifted.