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Water restriction for residents living in south and east Red Deer

July 4, 2008

(Red Deer, Alberta) – Residents who live east of 50 Avenue and south of 55 Street are asked to reduce the amount of water they use starting Tuesday while city crews work to repair a water main leak.

“We need to shut down a large watermain while the repair is underway. We are asking residents to refrain from outdoor water use to ensure adequate emergency storage during the repair period,” said Randy Reaman, Environmental Services, Water superintendent.

No outdoor water is permitted in the following subdivisions from midnight on July 7 to noon on July 9.

  • Michener Hill
  • Grandview
  • Mountview
  • Sunnybrook
  • Bowers
  • South Hill
  • Clearview
  • Eastview
  • Morrisroe
  • Anders
  • Inglewood
  • Rosedale
  • Deer Park
  • Lancaster
  • Vanier Woods

Residents may notice slightly lower than normal water pressure during this period.
Residents with automatic sprinkler systems are asked to turn these devices off during the restricted period.

For more information visit www.reddeer.ca or call Environmental Services at 403-342-8750. 

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For more information, please contact:

Randy Reaman
Environmental Services Water Superintendent
The City of Red Deer
403-342-8750