The City’s annual unidirectional water main flushing program within the municipal area is set to take place between Oct. 11 and Nov. 20, 2022.
Residents are advised that the flushing process may result in their water supply showing sediment and discolouration. If you do experience dirty water, run the cold water tap until the water clears up.
This sediment is bacterially harmless, however, it may cause some discolouration to laundry if not detected. To avoid any inconvenience, check water colour prior to using.
The advantages of adopting unidirectional water main flushing result in significant system improvements and cost savings, including:
• increased water velocity, which promotes better pipeline scouring
• improved mineral and biological deposit removal
• taste and odour control
• reduction of turbidity
• elimination of waterline re-fouling
• reduced frequency of mainline flushing
• reduced water usage
• opportunity for infrastructure preventative maintenance (valve and hydrant exercising)
• cost savings over traditional flushing.
The City would like to thank residents for their cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience they experience.
For more information, visit our Water FAQ webpage at www.penticton.ca/water-faq or phone the Public Works department at 250-490-2500.
Flushing of water mains set to begin Oct. 11
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