The Westfield Public Works Dept. will begin its biannual fire hydrant flushing Monday and end on May 4. WPWD is urging all residents to be aware of the flushing in their respective areas and that temporary water discoloration could result.
Hydrant flushing is required periodically to scour the distribution system water mains. Flushing will occur between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. During this process, WPWD crews will be working to remove iron and manganese that builds up in the water mains. Removing these substances ensures the cleanest water possible is provided to all residents.
“We are asking the residents to be patient and cooperate with us during this process,” WPWD Water Supt. Jeremy Lollar said. “If customers see a discoloration in their water, we would ask them to let the water run at waste at maximum volume for approximately two to three minutes, or until the discoloration disappears. It is imperative that this process occur so that our residents receive only the best quality water.”
WPWD urges its customers to minimize water usage from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. to minimize the potential of receiving discolored water. Activities such as laundry and cooking should not be done during those hours.
For additional information, contact the city’s public affairs office at 804-3150.
