Public Health Sudbury & Districts has received confirmation that an American Crow in the Greater Sudbury area has tested positive for West Nile virus. The last infected bird reported was in 2024. Keep reading
With hot, humid weather in the forecast for the next few days, Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning within Public Health Sudbury & Districts’ service area beginning Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Keep reading
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued an air quality statement for: Greater Sudbury and vicinity West-Nipissing, French River Espanola, Massey, and Killarney Manitoulin Island Chapleau, Missinaibi Lake Gogama, Foleyet Keep reading
A visible bloom of blue-green algae has been observed in Ramsey Lake. The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has advised Public Health Sudbury & Districts that after testing samples taken July 9, 2025, from that bloom, blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) has been confirmed. Keep reading
Public Health Sudbury & Districts has issued a drinking water advisory effective immediately for all residents of the Town of Little Current. Keep reading
With summer now here, the Manitoulin Partners for Water Safety coalition is once again reminding those that enjoy spending time on and around the many lakes, rivers, and streams to “Be Water Safe! Be Water Smart!” Keep reading
With hot, humid weather in the forecast for the next few days, Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning within Public Health Sudbury & Districts’ service area beginning Sunday, June 22, 2025. Keep reading
Fluoride levels in the Town of Espanola’s water supply have returned to normal following repairs at the water treatment plant. Residents are once again receiving optimal amounts of fluoride after a period of disruption caused by technical issues with the fluoridation system. Keep reading
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued an air quality statement for Greater Sudbury and vicinity Markstay-Warren, St. Charles West-Nipissing, French River Espanola, Massey, and Killarney Manitoulin Island Gogama, Foleyet Chapleau, Missinaibi Lake Keep reading
As hot, humid weather arrives, Public Health Sudbury & Districts is reminding everyone to take steps to stay safe from both extreme heat and poor air quality. Early summer poses a higher risk because our bodies have not yet adapted to the conditions. Keep reading