Preventive boil-water advisory lifted

Update – May 1, 2026, 2:30 p.m.

The Municipality of Chelsea informs residents that the preventive boil water advisory has now been lifted for all residents served by the municipal water system. The analysis of water samples have confirmed that the situation has been fully resolved. The water is safe for consumption.

The Municipality thanks residents for their cooperation.

Update – May 1, 2026, 9:00 a.m.

The preventive boil water advisory currently in effect remains in place this morning.

Residents are asked to continue following the recommended measures until further notice.

Water samples collected after the repairs were sent for analysis. We expect to receive the results for the next update to the boil water advisory later today.

Next update: May 1, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.

The Municipality of Chelsea wishes to inform the population that a precautionary boil water advisory is in effect for the entire water network due to a mechanical failure. Residents affected by this advisory must bring their water to a rolling boil at least one minute before consumption, until the advisory is lifted.

Water previously boiled for one minute, or bottled water, must be used for the following purposes:

• Drinking and preparing beverages;
• Preparing baby bottles and baby food;
• Washing and preparing foods eaten raw (fruits, vegetables, etc.);
• Preparing foods that do not require prolonged cooking (canned soups, desserts, etc.);
• Making ice cubes;
• Brushing teeth and rinsing mouth.

You can use unboiled tap water for :

• Wash dishes in hot water, making sure to dry them thoroughly;
• Wash clothes and take a shower or bath. For young children, make sure they don't ingest water while bathing, or wash them with a washcloth.

Our team is currently working to resolve the situation. An update on the situation will be issued on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9 a.m.