KAWARTHA LAKES-The Medical Officer of Health has directed the City of Kawartha Lakes to issue a Drinking Water Advisory on Friday October 16 2026, due to a loss of pressure in the distribution system of the Lindsay Drinking Water System for Oakwood.
This tap water can make you ill. The elderly, the very young and people with weakened immune systems are most at risk.
Officials say a boil water advisory requires all water to be used for cooking or drinking must be brought to a rolling boil and boiled for at least one minute prior to use. A safe alternative to using boiled water is using bottled water or water from a private well that has been tested.
The boil water advisory remains in effect until it is lifted by the Medical Officer of Health or a Public Health Inspector. Notices were hand delivered to affected residents, and once rescinded, residents will receive another notice.
Until then, please boil your water at a rolling boil for at least one minute before using it to:
- Drink
- Gargle, brush your teeth or rinse dentures
- Wash fruits, vegetables and other food
- Make ice, juices, puddings or other mixes
- Make baby food or formula
Bathing and washing
- Adults, teens and older children can use non-boiled water for baths and showers
- Small children can be given sponge-baths instead of tub baths or showers
- Do not swallow any non-boiled water used for showers and baths
If you are sick:
- Get immediate medical help for the elderly, young and those with weakened immune systems
- Get medical help if diarrhea lasts more than 48 hours
Lakelands Public Health is monitoring the water quality incident. You will be notified when the problem is resolved.
Source CKL
