REGINA AND MOOSE JAW RESIDENTS MAY NOTICE AN INCREASED CHLORINE SMELL IN WATER SYSTEM
As part of the Buffalo Pound Water Treatment Plant’s major capital upgrade, to facilitate repair work, a treatment process was temporarily removed from service, resulting in small organic particles called copepods entering the system. These small organic particles are common amongst many surface water systems across the world.
The Buffalo Pound Water Treatment plant effectively treated the issue with carbon filtration, ultraviolet disinfection, and an increased level of chlorination.
“The multibarrier approach to water treatment, including substantial disinfection, ensured that the water that left the plant always met regulatory requirements”, said Buffalo Pound Water Treatment Corporation CEO, Ryan Johnson.
As a result of the increased chlorination, residents may notice a change in smell to their water. Drinking water for all residents is safe to consume and does not pose any health risk.
The Buffalo Pound Water Treatment Plant is working with the Water Security Agency’s Environment Officers on site as the system is carefully monitored to ensure all regulatory requirements are met.
The Water Security Agency is also keeping the Ministry of Health and the Saskatchewan Health Authority informed.
For more information, contact:
Buffalo Pound Water Treatment Plant
Ryan Johnson – 631-3362