Watermain breaks affecting Schumacher area

Multiple watermain breaks are affecting the water supply to residents in the Schumacher area, according to the City of Timmins.

A city notice says it is affecting all residents from Father Costello Drive to Ray Hill, including addresses from 1180 to 1999 Hwy. 101 E., Carium Road, Goldale Street and Sylvia Crescent.

The disruption is expected to last Oct. 7 to 9.

"Homeowners and businesses will experience intermittent loss of water supply and or experience brown or rust-coloured water," reads the notice.

"It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with the discoloured water. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry. Should this occur, it is advised to turn off your tap for 10-20 minutes in order to allow the crew to complete the work. Once the repairs are complete and the work crew has left the area, turn on the cold water tap closest to the source (usually your laundry tub tap) and let it run for approximately 15 to 20 minutes or until the water colour has returned to normal."

Residents with questions or concerns should call Service Timmins at 705-264-1331. The number for after-hours emergencies is 705-264-1201.