Water main flushing begins May 8

The City of North Battleford has confirmed a comprehensive unidirectional flushing program begins Tuesday, May 8.

Flushing is anticipated to take 10 days and will affect a number of areas in the city. Those include Killdeer, Fairview Heights, the area to the northeast of Centennial Park, the southeast quadrant and Parsons Industrial Park.

The flushing takes place between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m. If flushing is planned for a particular block, “water main flushing” signs will be displayed in the morning, meaning flushing will begin at that evening. In case of complications, flushing may not be completed in one night and may need to be continued the next night. “Water main flushing” signs will be removed once the flushing is completed in that particular block.

Residents and businesses in areas where the flushing is occurring are advised to not use water during flushing times to prevent stained laundry, plugged filters and damaged hot water heaters. The City will not assume responsibility for damages.

To protect residents and businesses from discoloured water and sediment from the flushing process, the City offers these tips:

• Collect water for personal needs (to fill the bath tub or toilet) before 8 p.m. 

• Turn off water softener, freezer or other devices that may use water on a timer system.

• Do not use water from any taps after 8 p.m.

• After flushing is complete, run the water from the tap closest to the water meter for 10 minutes or until it runs clear.

• Restart water softener and any other devices that were turned off.

More information is available at www.cityofnb.ca; updates will be posted on the City’s Facebook page (City of North Battleford (Official)), on twitter (@citynb), Re-Collect as well as on the website.