Rospotrebnadzor advises Tyumen residents to boil water

Rospotrebnadzor recommended that residents of Tyumen boil water before consumption. As the agency explained, this should be done «due to non-compliance of drinking water with organoleptic indicators.»

«According to research results as of 20 July 2026, the water meets safety standards and has no toxic effects; heavy metal content does not exceed maximum permissible concentrations. Due to non-compliance of drinking water with organoleptic indicators (odor, taste), it is recommended to boil water in an open container before consumption,» the agency«s press release stated.

Over the past few days, residents of Tyumen have been complaining about the unpleasant smell of water. Its quality has significantly deteriorated. Rosvodokanal (the local water utility) cited the summer flood and a critical drop in oxygen levels in the river, caused by its replenishment with swamp water, as the reason. They also assured that the water is safe. We also asked when it would stop smelling.