The recent boil-water advisory affecting multiple northwest communities has been removed following ongoing efforts by city crews to fix the Bearspaw south feeder main break.
Residents in Parkdale, Montgomery, Point McKay, and West Hillhurst were placed under a boil-water advisory after a burst pipe caused significant flooding, leading to the rescue of 13 individuals stranded in their vehicles by firefighters.
On Sunday, the city lifted the advisory after water testing confirmed compliance with health and quality standards. Although the advisory has been lifted, citizens are urged to conserve water, with current water consumption exceeding the city’s target level.
With students returning to school and more people heading back to work on Monday, the city anticipates a surge in water demand. Sue Henry, Chief of the Calgary Emergency Management Agency, emphasized the importance of reducing water usage to maintain system stability during the repair process.
Mayor Jeromy Farkas highlighted the critical need to reduce water consumption to prevent potential emergencies due to excessive use, urging the public to take immediate action to conserve water.
Ahead of the morning rush, a single eastbound lane on 16th Avenue N.W. has been reopened for the first time since the main break, with drivers advised to seek alternate routes due to ongoing construction work in the area.
City crews continued their efforts on Sunday, draining water from the site and excavating the damaged section as part of the repair process. The cause of the second major water main break in Calgary within a short timeframe remains unknown.