MEDIA ADVISORY

Kearney Lake Road Remains Closed, Water Main Repair Progressing

(Thursday, August 9, 2007) Halifax Regional Water Commission are advising that Kearney Lake Road, between Dunbrack St and Parkland Dr, will remains closed due to repairs to the broken water main that occurred yesterday.

Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes for the drive to work and to follow the posted detour signage. Crews worked through the night and progress is being made.

The break has caused discolouration throughout the distribution system. The discolouration does not pose a health risk and monitoring is being carried out for quality assurance. We apologize to our customers for any inconvenience.

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Debby Leonard
Communications Coordinator, Halifax Regional Water Commission
490-4995