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Calgary Lifts Indoor Water Restrictions After Water Main Break, Imposed $3,000 Fines

Jul 2, 2024, 02:45 PM

Calgary is nearing the final stages of restoring full water use after a major water main break. The mayor has thanked residents for conserving water, although usage had increased over the past week. Water valves are being turned back on, but the mayor warns of potential risks. While water is now flowing through the repaired system, restrictions on home usage remain. The city imposed $3,000 fines and used recycled dishwater during the crisis. A timeline for easing water restrictions will be revealed on Tuesday. Indoor water use can now return to normal, but a ban on outdoor use remains. The mayor has urged residents to ease into normal usage. The crisis began nearly a month ago, and the mayor, Jyoti Gondek, announced the lifting of indoor restrictions 26 days after the break.