Calgary Water Main Break Expected to be Repaired Thursday

A major water main break in Calgary has disrupted service to thousands of residents and businesses since Tuesday evening. City officials estimate that the break is likely to be repaired by Thursday, bringing an end to the ongoing disruption. The break occurred on a 600-millimeter water main along 16th Avenue N.W., near 36th Street N.W. Approximately 15,000 homes and businesses were affected by the outage, with water pressure being cut off or reduced in the area. Crews from Enmax, the city’s utilities provider, have been working around the clock to repair the main. The process involves excavating the area, replacing the damaged section, and reconnecting the line. The city has issued a boil water advisory for the affected area as a precaution, while crews continue to test the water quality. Residents are advised to boil all water used for consumption, including drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth. City officials have set up water stations at several locations in the affected area, allowing residents to obtain potable water. They have also been delivering bottled water to vulnerable residents, such as the elderly and those with mobility issues. The repair work has been complex and time-consuming, but progress has been made. City officials are confident that the main will be repaired by Thursday afternoon, restoring water service to the impacted area. In the meantime, residents are urged to follow the boil water advisory and to conserve water as much as possible. Any updates on the repair progress will be provided by the city through its official channels.Calgary Water Main Break Repairs and Eased Hot Work Restrictions

Calgary Water Main Break Repairs and Eased Hot Work Restrictions

As of Tuesday morning, Calgary’s Montgomery community is expected to have its water main break repaired by Thursday. Line flushing and water quality testing will then proceed. The city has also relaxed restrictions on “hot work” at construction sites, which had been imposed for several days to reduce fire risk. However, residents are still being advised to conserve water usage until the line is fully operational. According to Nancy Mackay, the city’s water services director, the main repair is anticipated to be completed within two days. Flushing the main will take approximately three days, followed by two days of water quality testing to ensure safety for Calgarians. Crews have been working around the clock to repair the 78-inch pipe that burst along 16th Avenue NW on June 5th. The break led to water restrictions throughout Calgary and neighboring communities. The boil water advisory for Bowness residents was lifted on Monday night. The damaged section of the pipeline has been removed, and an inspection of the interior has been completed. A robot has been deployed to detect any further damage or deficiencies. Mackay has stated that within seven days, the city will provide updates on the final steps of restoring water and phasing out restrictions.

Easing of ‘Hot Work’ Restrictions

Following concerns raised by the Calgary Construction Association, the city’s fire chief has announced eased restrictions on hot work at construction sites, which involve the use of blowtorches and flames. The fire ban had kept approximately 800 roofers out of work for nearly five days. However, Chief Steve Dongworth emphasized the prudence of the measure given the situation. With increased confidence in the city’s water supply, restrictions are being relaxed but with additional fire protection measures required. These include extra fire extinguishers and a fire watch for up to 60 minutes after work is completed, followed by a four-hour check.Calgary water main break likely to be repaired Thursday CALGARY — A water main break in Calgary’s northwest is expected to be repaired by Thursday evening. The break happened Wednesday afternoon on Beddington Trail near Centre Street North. The city says the break is affecting about 1,000 homes and businesses in the Beddington Heights and Beddington neighbourhoods. Crews are on scene working to repair the break. The city says water service is expected to be restored by 8 p.m. Thursday. In the meantime, residents are being asked to conserve water. The city has set up a water station at the Beddington Heights Community Centre for residents to fill up jugs. The city says it will provide updates on the repair as they become available.