The City of Humboldt will be completing watermain flushing in July, and they wants to remind you of certain protocol during that time.

You are advised to not use water when watermain flushing is occurring in your area.

Humboldt Public Works Manager Ian Irwin says that you will still have water if they are working in your area, but there could be a drawback.

"If we were working on your block, and we're flushing that line, if you turn your tap on while we're flushing, there's a possibility you'll draw some of that murky water in."

Flushing is used to remove sediment or rust on older steel pipes so that it doesn't go into your water. It is especially important since that larger chunks of rust can hold bacteria.

A blue door hanger will be placed at your home two or three days ahead of flushing in your area.

The city has posted a FAQ on watermain flushing, which you can view here.

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