Clearbrook Waterworks District

Open house and AGM Friday June 20th. The Bbq will be on at 11am,followed by our AGM at 1pm. Come on by for a free hotdog or burger. 2889 Grandview Cres Abbotsford

We will have to update the job description to “duckling rescue”. Thank you to the kind ladies who called us for help.

Wednesday, November 27, 2024:
Great News!!
We have received approval from Fraser Health Authority to end the chlorination of the system immediately.
Thank you for your patience while we completed our investigation, which was necessary for Fraser Health to allow us to cease chlorination.
Briefly, we discovered a roof leak in Reservoir C, which remains off line and empty. We intend to provide you with a full debriefing in the near future. Please stay tuned for updates.
In the meantime, enjoy our return to the award winning water that has made us all so proud!

Important Update
Rescind Notice
(Boil Water or Do Not Use Advisories)

Date Issued: November 13, 2024

In consultation with the Fraser Health Authority, Clearbrook Waterworks is terminating the Boil Water Notice that was issued on November 8, 2024.

Clearbrook Waterworks has taken the necessary steps to remedy the situation and the Fraser Health Authority has confirmed that extensive sampling shows NO SIGNS OF CONTAMINATION and that the drinking water is SAFE TO DRINK.

Prior to use, to remove any contaminated water, please run cold water faucets for
1 minute before using the water.
Run drinking fountains for 1 minute before using the water.
Flush all garden hoses by running cold water through them for 1 minute.
Drain and refill hot water heaters set below 45˚C (normal setting is 60˚C).

For more information, please contact Clearbrook Waterworks at 604.308.6161, email [email protected] , visit our website at www.clearbrookwaterworks.com, or visit our page at www.facebook.com/ClearbrookWaterworks

Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments).

This notice is being sent to you by the Clearbrook Waterworks District

Date distributed: November 14, 2024

Clearbrook Waterworks District Water

Boil Water Advisory Update:
November 13, 2024:
Out of an abundance of caution, the Boil Water Advisory remains in effect. While operators are monitoring and sampling daily, we (CWD and Fraser Health) are awaiting independent laboratory results to confirm the water system is clear of E. Coli.
Fraser Health has advised that we need one more clear sample to lift the advisory and we are expecting that later today.
Please check back for updates.
The emergency number is 604-308-6161.

Tuesday November 12th. Boil water advisory remains in effect. Please check our website for updates. www.clearbrookwaterworks.com

Important Update
Operators are monitoring and sampling daily and delivering results to an independent lab for analysis, as required by Fraser Health. We are expecting reporting early this week. This is in addition to introducing chlorine to the system. There have been no reports of adverse health effects. The boil water advisory is out of an abundance of caution. Please check the website for updates.
www.clearbrookwaterworks.com

Clearbrook Waterworks District We proudly deliver award-winning water to residents and businesses in an area in West Abbotsford originally known as Clearbrook Village.

Boil Water Notice
(E. coli Present in the Drinking Water)

Date of Issue: November 8, 2024

E.coli bacteria were found in the Clearbrook Waterworks District’s water supply on November 7, 2024. These bacteria can make you sick and are a particular concern for infants, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems.

WHAT SHOULD I DO?

• Do not drink the water without boiling first or otherwise treating the water.
• Boil water for 1 minute (rolling boil). Preferably use a kettle so as to reduce the risk of burns. Let it COOL before using.
• You can choose to use bottled water.
• Boiled or bottled water should be used for DRINKING, COOKING, BRUSHING TEETH, WASHING READY TO EAT FOODS, AND WASHING DISHES.
• Store water in sanitary containers and keep refrigerated.

OTHER METHODS OF TREATING YOUR WATER

• CHLORINE: Household bleach (5%): Add 2 drops per liter and let stand for 30 minutes. If water is cloudy or cold add 4 drops per liter.
• IODINE/CHLORINE TABLETS: see manufacturer’s directions.
• Note: Most household Brita type water filters will NOT remove microbial contaminates.

WHAT HAPPENED? WHAT IS BEING DONE?

The water distribution system was breached at the reservoir. We are in consultation with the Fraser health Authority to investigate and resolve this issue. We are currently in the process of disinfecting the reservoir and continuing enhanced monitoring. In addition, we are evaluating all available information and conducting tests to confirm the extent of the contamination of the system. We will inform when the problem has been corrected and tests show no bacteria and you no longer need to boil your water. We anticipate resolving the problem quickly.
Additionally, we are going to flush chlorinated water throughout the system and this may cause taste, odor and aesthetic concerns. Boiling your water will resolve these issues.

For more information, please contact Clearbrook Waterworks at 604.850.6621, email [email protected] , visit our website at www.clearbrookwaterworks.com, or visit our page at www.facebook.com/ClearbrookWaterworks

Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments).

This notice is being sent to you by the Clearbrook Waterworks District

Jason Hildebrandt, CWP
Corporate Administrator

T: 604.850.6621
C: 604.308.4153

Clearbrook Waterworks District Water

Congratulations to CWD’s Trustee Fandrich recipient of 2020 Order of Abbotsford.

Gerda Fandrich is recipient of 2020 Order of Abbotsford - Abbotsford News Recognized for her extensive volunteer commitment and passion for education

Did you know that Trustee nominations are still open? Contact us if you are interested in serving on the CWD Board.

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