After a repair on December 27th, and on January 3rd, the city got an anonymous call concerned about the repairs and recent illnesses in the community.
On Tuesday, staff took to cornerbrook.com to address some concerns from the public about a water main break that happened during the holidays. A leak was detected at 18 Park Street, as well as 13 and 20 Commercial Street. After a repair on December 27th, and on January 3rd, the city got an anonymous call concerned about the repairs and recent illnesses in the community.
On Bayfm this week with Dean Clarke, Mayor Linda Chaisson says a boil water advisory was immediately issued until samples could be taken and tested. The water samples came up clear of any hazards, and the boil water advisory was lifted on January 6th. Chaisson says the repair method used would not normally have required people boil their water and this is in compliance with Provincial regulations guided by Service NL. This particular repair method would not normally have required one. The staff involved with such repairs are specially trained for such tasks.
Chaisson says safe water is always a priority. The city conducts regular daily, weekly and quarterly testing (Third Party lab) at the water treatment plant and throughout the water distribution system. Also, the Department of Environment, Conservation & Climate also carries out regular spot testing throughout the water distribution system.
No buildings or equipment damaged during an overnight fire at Wildcove and a water bomber is on the scene
Fire ban in effect in Corner Brook until further notice
RNC handing out tickets and adding enforcement in a construction zone near Steady Brook
“March for Atlantic Salmon” at the Majestic Lawn in Corner Brook on Sunday
Crews continue to work on hot spots after an overnight fire at Wildcove and air quality advisories have been issued
