A boil water advisory is in effect for several communities in western Montreal, Canada, impacting residents in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Dorval, Pointe-Claire, and Saint-Laurent. The advisory was issued Monday, March 2, 2026, prompting local officials to urge caution regarding water consumption.
The advisory affects a significant portion of the West Island region, a suburban area of Montreal. Residents are advised to boil water for at least one minute before using it for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, or preparing baby food.
Even as the cause of the advisory remains under investigation, authorities are working to identify and resolve the issue. Further updates will be provided as they become available. This situation underscores the importance of maintaining robust public health infrastructure and rapid response systems for water safety concerns.