Glenmore-Ellison Improvement District (GEID) has scheduled their Spring 2013 water main flushing to begin later this week, starting in the “UBCO Zone”. This zone comprises of UBC’s Okanagan campus, the Airport, the Airport Industrial Park, Yaletown Condos and Glenmore Rd. North and parts of Curtis Rd.
The flushing dates are Thursday and Friday, March 7th & 8th, 2013.
Thursday, March 7th – flushing will primarily affect the UBC Okanagan campus, Glenmore Rd North (Yaletown) and the north end of Curtis.
Friday, March 8th – flushing will continue through the Airport Industrial Park and the Airport.
Flushing occurs between 8:00 am and 3:30 pm. You may wish to avoid doing laundry during these times. You may also experience variations in the water pressure and some discoloration in the water. If you experience discoloration, run the cold water tap until the water runs clear. Please check your water for clarity prior to using.
GEID’s website is updated late each day during the Flushing Program – http://glenmoreellison.com/news/flushing/
Update from GEID: The water main flushing will take place both March 7th and March 8th.