Halifax Water release:

To maintain high-quality water throughout the water distribution system, Halifax Water crews will begin our 2026 water distribution flushing program on Sunday, April 19, 2026. 

This work will begin overnight on Sunday, April 19, continuing on a five-day cycle from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Flushing will not take place overnight on Fridays or Saturdays. This five-day flushing cycle will continue for approximately six weeks as crews move throughout the distribution system. 

Where is this happening?

Halifax Water crews will be completing this work throughout the water distribution system over the coming months. The interactive map on this page (halifaxwater.ca/notice/2023-water-distribution-system-flushing), shows where this important maintenance work is taking place.

What is Water Distribution System Flushing?

This work involves opening fire hydrants to allow water to flow from fire hydrants at key points throughout the distribution system. 

Opening these fire hydrants allow water to flow much faster than normal through the water mains in the area. This fast-moving water clears natural minerals (iron and manganese) that can build up inside pipes. Proactively flushing these pipes helps to ensure that Halifax Water is providing high-quality water to our customers. 

How will this work impact customers?

Customers may experience temporarily discoloured water while this work is taking place in their area. It is recommended that those customers run the COLD water at one faucet until the water runs clear. To learn more about discoloured water and to report it, please visit www.halifaxwater.ca/discoloured-water.

Customers may also experience temporary changes in water pressure during this work. 

This work is not expected to impact traffic.

Motorists should expect delays and use alternate routes. Motorists are also reminded that speed fines double in work zones.

We apologize for any inconvenience this necessary infrastructure work may cause.

To ensure the safety of our communities and our staff, please maintain a safe distance when Halifax Water staff or contractors are working in your area.

For more information on Halifax Water, please check www.halifaxwater.ca, visit us on YouTube, or Twitter @HalifaxWater, Facebook, or call our Customer Care Centre at 902-420-9287.