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The City of Prince Albert would like residents to take note that hydraulic flushing will start in Zone 1 (see map below) on Tuesday, September 3rd. The work is scheduled to occur from 7am-7pm, Monday through Friday over the next 4-6 weeks (weather permitting).
Hydraulic flushing is done annually, and Zone 2 was completed last year and will be scheduled again in 2024. Residents will be notified via neighborhood signs 24 hours before flushing starts.
What you can expect during the Flushing Operations:
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Many residences will not experience any disruption to their water service.
- In some cases, there may be loss of water pressure and discoloured water. In the case of discoloured water, you will want to avoid using it for purposes that require clean water, such as preparing food and beverages, medical and dental procedures, or laundry.
- Residents will be notified via neighborhood signs 24 hours before flushing starts.
- Flushing may take anywhere from 30 minutes to three hours.
- You should avoid using water if possible during the flushing process.
- Turn off any time delayed water systems such as dishwashers, coffee makers, water softeners, filtration systems, and lawn sprinklers.
- Properties should not lose water service during flushing but it is possible and that it will happen temporarily.
Hydraulic flushing is a process that uses water to scour waterlines to remove sediment and build-up that accumulates in the pipes over time.
For more details on the process and a list of Frequently Asked Questions that addresses issues that may arise during the process, please visit www.citypa.ca/hydraulicflushing.
Hydraulic Flushing Map - Current Areas of Operation
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For media inquiries, please contact:
Andy Busse
Senior Utilities Manager
Public Works Department
(306) 953-4900
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