(August 17, 2023) Halifax Water would like to inform residents that the wastewater system overflow near the Northwest Arm area has been diverted and is being treated. Wastewater is no longer overflowing into the Northwest Arm.
It is strongly advised that people and pets should not go swimming or participate in recreational activities that require water contact in the Northwest Arm until further notice.
We have made the applicable federal, provincial, and municipal entities aware of this incident.
We appreciate our customers’ continued assistance in reducing wastewater flows during this repair. To learn more, visit?www.halifaxwater.ca/reducing-wastewater<www.halifaxwater.ca/reducing-wastewater>.
We apologize for any inconvenience this necessary infrastructure repair 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<www.halifaxwater.ca/#_blank>, visit us on YouTube, or Twitter @HalifaxWater, Facebook, or call our Customer Care Centre at 902-420-9287.
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