PFAS detected in the water…

The Health Unit in North Bay has been notified by the Department of National Defence that two private drinking water wells in the vicinity of the Canadian Forces Base have detectable levels of PFAS. Dr. Jim Chirico, Medical Officer of Health is with the Health Unit and explains…

Affected homeowners have been notified and advised not to drink or use the water for cooking purposes. DND have supplied water to the affected residents and will continue to do so until a long-term solution has been established.