Canada: Officials lift boil water advisory for Bowness area, other water use restrictions continue in Calgary as of June 11 after water main break /update 1

As of June 11, officials have maintained most water use restrictions in Calgary that were implemented following a water main break that occurred along 16th Avenue NW on June 5. The boil water advisory that was in effect in the Bowness area, however, has been lifted. Authorities have estimated that repairs to the damaged water main would be completed by June 13; following the completion of the repairs, several more days will reportedly be required to flush pipes and complete water testing before regular water distribution can resume.

Under the mandatory Stage 4 outdoor water restrictions still in place, residents of Calgary and the nearby communities of Airdrie, Strathmore, and Chestermere cannot:

• Water lawns, gardens, or trees

• Wash outdoor surfaces, such as building surfaces or sidewalks

• Fill outdoor fountains, pools, or hot tubs

• Use water for construction purposes

A citywide fire ban is also in effect. Additionally, authorities continue to ask residents and businesses to voluntarily restrict the use of water indoors, including limiting time to shower, and limiting the use of dishwashers and washing machines.

Eastbound 16th Avenue NW is closed to pedestrians and motorists between Home Road NW and Sarcee Trail, and westbound 16th Avenue NW is closed between Home Road NW and 43rd Street NW until at least June 14. For further information regarding the water main break and associated restrictions, click here.

Commercial businesses that rely on large quantities of water may experience disruptions, including low water pressure, until services are restored. Additional water outages are possible.