The City of Nanaimo is about to start its annual spring cleaning ritual of flushing municipal water mains.
The Engineering and Public Works Department will start water main flushing this month, beginning with the water supply mains that run from the South Forks dam into Nanaimo.
Then, between March and May, crews will flush water distribution mains throughout the city.
Residents might notice short periods of low water pressure and discoloured water is to be expected. Discolouration is temporary and not a health hazard, but residents are asked to minimize water consumption when flushing operations are underway. People with weakened immune systems should view information on Island Health's website at www.viha.ca.
Crews will start by flushing mains in the Cinnabar area and will finish in north Nanaimo.
For more information about the program and a neighbourhood flushing schedule, please visit the city website at www.nanaimo.ca.