The City of Timmins is experiencing a very cold winter. Unfortunately this is creating an extra ordinary high volume of frozen water lines, as well water breaks across the entire region of the City. Water distribution crews, including contractor supported operations, are working days, evenings, and on weekends. Thank you for your patience.
What are Signs of Your Water Starting to Freeze to Your Building
If you are experiencing a loss of water pressure or a change in the colour of your water, this may be a sign of your water service starting to freeze. Please leave at least one tap open and contact Public Works.
Frozen Water Lines – What to do?
If you have a frozen water line, please contact Public Works at 705-360-2646 during the week day from 7am to 4pm. After 4pm, and during weekends, you are requested to contact 705-264-1201.
Preventing Frozen Water Lines
Running one tap water continuously, no more than 1/8 of an inch (4mm), preferably from the highest part of your building, is sufficient to prevent freezing. If you are running your tap and place a measuring cup under the flow, it should take no less than 20 seconds to fill 8 ounces or 250 ml. Following this guideline will help the Water Plant to supply sufficient water supply available for emergencies, including fire protection.
If you have any questions, please contact:
PUBLIC WORKS 705-360-2646 (7am to 4pm Monday to Friday) AND 705-264-1201 (After 4pm & Weekends) Email:
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