The Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) will be flushing watermains and testing fire hydrants between Monday May 13th and Friday May 17th. Flushing will take place between the hours of 8am and 3pm.
This preventive maintenance practice ensures the proper operation of fire hydrants and flushes accumulated sediment from the distribution system. While flushing is underway, short periods of low pressure and discoloured water can be expected. Any discolouration is temporary and is not a health hazard. To restore clarity, remove the aerator and turn on a cold water tap until the water runs clear. Residents are asked to minimize water consumption and avoid doing laundry when flushing activity is observed in your vicinity.
If you have any questions regarding the flushing program, please contact the Water & Sewer Department at 613-396-3436.
Please read the full notice here for more information.