Water levels rising in Hughes Brook but state of emergency and conservation order still in effect

    Friday, 10 October 2025 11:57

    By Tonya Organ

    Council will reassess the situation on Tuesday, October 14th and provide an update at that time.

    Residents in Hughes Brook have something to be thankful for this long holiday weekend……..Thanks to the recent rainfall and the community’s continuing conservation efforts, the dam levels have risen. However, the State of Emergency and Water Conservation Order remain in effect to ensure levels don’t drop significantly over the holiday weekend.  Council will reassess the situation on Tuesday, October 14th and provide an update at that time. A Boil Water Advisory also remains in effect until further notice.

     

     

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