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Toledo residents told: don't drink the water

• Tests reveal presence of toxin microsystin
• Algae on Lake Erie cited as possible source

a6c2b1dc-f19a-47b9-b31b-3ca434c4a09d-460The city of Toledo, Ohio, where residents have been warned not to drink the water because of the presence of a toxin. Photograph: Alamy

Ohio’s fourth-largest city has warned residents not to consume its water after tests revealed the presence of a toxin possibly related to algae on Lake Erie.

Toledo issued the warning early on Saturday. It said tests at one treatment plant returned two sample readings for microsystin above the standard for consumption.

The city warned against boiling because it will only increase the toxin’s concentration. The advisory covers city residents and those in Lucas County served by the city’s water supply.

The city’s advisory says Lake Erie may have been affected by a bloom of harmful algae that produces the toxin. Consuming the tainted water could result in vomiting, diarrhoea and other problems.

Toledo is home to about 280,000 people. The city says more tests are being run.

 

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'Do not drink, do not boil' water advisory issued for issued for Lucas County, surrounding area

 

The City of Toledo issued an urgent notice to residents of Toledo and Lucas County who receive water from the city of Toledo.

You are being asked to avoid drinking or boiling water.

Chemists testing water at Toledo's Collins Park Water Treatment Plant had two sample readings for microcystin.

The health department says it is critical that residents know the following:

1. It is safe for healthy adults to bathe, wash their hands, and shower. While bathing, children should be under the supervision of an adult to prevent accidental drinking of the water.

2. Do not drink tap water until the all clear is given, this also includes pets.

3. Do not use tap water to cook until the all clear is given.

4. Do not boil tap water.

5. It is ok to use and flush your toilet.

Below is a list of all the areas affected:

  • ALL of Lucas County
  • Toledo
  • Perrysburg
  • Perrysburg Township
  • Bedford Township
  • Walbridge
  • Northwood
  • Troy Township
  • Rossford
  • Lake Township
  • Maumee
  • Sylvania
  • Ottawa Hills
  • Erie Township
  • Village of Metamora
  • Eastern Swan Creek Township
  • Village of Whitehouse
  • Luna Pier
  • La Salle Township
  • Springfield Township
  • Sylvania 
  • Sylvania Township 
  • Waterville
  • Whitehouse
  • South County Water Customers - Michigan

Residents should not drink the water coming from their tap until an "all clear" has been issued.

The City of Oregon is not affected, according to Oregon Police.

Here's additional information from the City of Toledo:

What should you do:


DO NOT DRINK THE WATER. Alternative water should be used for drinking, making infant formula, making ice, brushing teeth and preparing food. Pets should not drink the water. 

DO NOT BOIL THE WATER. Boiling the water will not destroy the toxins – it will increase the concentration of the toxins. 

Consuming water containing algal toxins may result in abnormal liver function, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, numbness or dizziness. Seek medical attention if you feel you have been exposed to algal toxins and are having adverse health effects. Skin contact with contaminated water can cause irritation or rashes. Contact a veterinarian immediately if pets or livestock show signs of illness.

What happened? What is being done? 

Lake Erie, which is a source of drinking water for the Toledo water system may have been impacted by a harmful algal bloom (HAB). These organisms are capable of producing a number of toxins that may pose a risk to human and animal health. HABs occur when excess nitrogen and phosphorus are present in lakes and streams. Such nutrients can come from runoff of over-fertilized fields and lawns, from malfunctioning septic systems and from livestock pens. 

Additional monitoring is being conducted and we will let you know when the situation has been resolved or if additional precautions should be taken. The water system is running additional tests to verify the severity of the microcystin levels in our water supply.

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LTT Attention OH residents

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DO NOT BOIL THE WATER. Boiling the water will not destroy the toxins – it will increase the concentration of the toxins. :3D_Smiles_38:  :3D_Smiles_38: 

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