Village of Rycroft Remains in State of Emergency

At 1:30 p.m. Sunday afternoon crews increased pressure and flow in the Village of Rycroft’s water distribution system in order to:

1) Provide temporary relief to residents by supplying some water for hygiene and other non-drinking uses

2) Keep water moving in the lines in order to prevent freezing of underground infrastructure

The STATE OF LOCAL EMERGENCY remains in effect as does the BOIL WATER ADVISORY.

Pressure will continue to fluctuate depending on usage in your area. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE TAPS OPEN.

Residents can continue to receive 4 litres of bottled water per day. A non-potable water supply, as well as bottled water, is available at Yanishewski's shop at 4911 46 Avenue on Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - please bring your own container for non-potable water.

Bottled water is also available at the CO-OP grocery store during regular business hours. The CO-OP is open Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Information provided by the Village of Rycroft.