View the Public Notice here - which also appears on the other Town social media platforms and in the Comox Valley Record newspaper, hard copy and digital.
- Flushing may result in a temporary, slight discolouration of the water. Although it does not present a hazard to your health, it is advised that you reserve some drinking water for that time. Should discolouration occur, run a cold-water tap (bathtub or outside tap is best) for about 10 minutes.
- Where practical, residents should avoid washing laundry during operational hours, as it could result in discolouration of clothes.
- Motorists are asked to slow down and use caution when approaching flushing crews.
- Unforeseen circumstances may require Public Works to postpone the water main flushing operation at any time.
The Town of Comox receives its drinking water from Comox Lake. The source water can contain trace amounts of sediment that can settle out of the water and build up in our water lines over time.
To remove any built-up sediment and ensure a turnover of any stagnant water, each spring, the Town of Comox Public Works department systematically goes through the Town flushing water out of our 450-plus fire hydrants and blow-offs on dead-end lines.
Hydrants also receive their annual servicing, ensuring that each is ready to be called upon in the event of an emergency.
For more information on the Town's water system, visit the Water page.