Jun 26, 2026 1:30 pm - ONGOING

UPDATE: June 26, 2026 at 1:30 pm

Water restrictions continue to be lifted for the City of Beaumont. The City is taking extra precautions and putting measures in place so the system has the capacity to handle heavy rainfall forecast by Environment Canada.

Other communities in the Edmonton area and our partners at Arrow Utilities have also cautioned that restrictions on non-essential water use may be necessary in the region with the amount of rain expected this weekend.

The City’s prevention plan

In collaboration with our regional partners, the City has a plan to manage capacity in the wastewater system and minimize the risk of flooding or backups.

Specifically, the City is:

• Keeping the Emergency Operations Centre active over the weekend to monitor conditions and coordinate a response if needed.
• Putting additional resources and equipment in place, like extra pumps.
• Monitoring roads, stormwater ponds, culverts and other infrastructure around the clock.

The City also continues to reduce its non-essential water use to limit water going into the wastewater system by suspending:

• Water and sewer main flushing
• Firefighting training that requires water
• Street cleaning and washing fleet vehicles
• Watering parks, municipal lawns and sports fields
• Hydrant meter use (except for emergencies)

The Four Seasons Spray Park will also remain closed until after the weekend.

How residents can prepare

To reduce the likelihood of flooding and backups within our neighbourhoods, the community is asked to be conscientious about their water use over the next several days.

Residents can help by taking short showers, only running the dishwasher when full, and turning off the tap while brushing their teeth or shaving. Use what you need but save water where you can. These small actions add up and help reduce strain on our wastewater system.

Additionally, there are a few extra steps residents can take to prepare their homes ahead of the weekend:

• Direct downspouts away from your foundation, at least two metres if you can.
• Clear leaves and debris from eavestroughs and downspouts.
• Test your sump pump and make sure it discharges well away from the house.
• If you have a backwater valve, check that it is clear and working.
• Keep window wells clear and covered.
• Move valuables off basement floors as a precaution.

Storm pond safety

The City urges residents to stay away from stormwater ponds and stay off pathways during heavy rains, which can quickly cause water levels to rise.

If you have a stormwater pond that is encroaching into your yard, please submit a report online (select drainage/stormwater).

Staying informed

The City is keeping a close eye on the system and will continue to provide regular updates on its website and social media channels. Residents can also follow the City of Beaumont’s Facebook and Instagram accounts and download the Alberta Emergency Alert app to stay up to date.

Residents and businesses across Beaumont have already done a lot to help while the system has been under strain. Thank you for continuing to show up for each other in this community.

Support for residents

The following resources are available for residents who may require additional support:

Family and Community Support Services (FCSS)

• Counselling: FCSS offers subsidized counselling. Call the FCSS office at 780-929-1006.
• Systems navigation: If residence need resources or support navigating health, financial or social services systems, they can reach out to FCSS
• Referrals to the Food Bank or Circle Thrift  for clothing
• Shelter referrals and navigation support

 Indirect after-hours services

• 211 help line – database for social services supports available to Albertans
• Emergency Income Support Contact Centre – immediate, short-term assistance to individuals and families facing sudden crises or disasters – 1-866-644-5135
• Alberta Supports – AISH benefits and family support – 1-877-644-9992
• Red Cross – personal disaster/house fire assistance – 1-888-800-6493

 Mental health supports

• Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Distress Line (24/7) – 780-482-4357
• Adult Intake and Crisis Services (24/7) – 780-424-2424

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Water Restrictions Lifted – June 25

Originally posted: June 25, 2026 at 2 pm.

The City of Beaumont has lifted the water supply alert issued through the Alberta Emergency Alert system.

Residents and businesses can ease back into normal water use in their households, as the City’s wastewater system has returned to normal operating conditions. The Beaumont Sports and Recreation Centre is also returning to full operations today.

Thank you to all residents for your collective cooperation and understanding over the last several days. By working together in spirit, your water conservation efforts made a difference for the community.

Easing back into normal water use

We are asking residents and businesses to slowly ease back into normal use so there isn’t too much wastewater entering the system at the same time. With heavy rain in the forecast, there is a possibility we may need to bring restrictions back if the system reaches capacity again. In the meantime, we are asking the community to remain cautious to allow the system to catch up now. Here are some tips for easing back into normal water use:

• Space out heavy usage: Stagger tasks like multi-load laundry days and excess dishwashing. Use lighter wash cycles if possible.
• Wait to empty pools and hot tubs: Wait a few days to completely empty large items like hot tubs and pools.
• Hold off on watering lawns and gardens: With the rain we’ve had, and rain forecasted for the weekend, Mother Nature is doing the watering for us. Hold off watering lawns, gardens and flowers to reduce water going into the ground and into the system.

Steps the City is taking to ease water use

Crews continue to monitor roads, stormwater ponds, culverts and other infrastructure around the clock. The City is continuing to reduce its non-essential water use to limit water going into the wastewater system by suspending:

• Water and sewer main flushing
• Firefighting training that requires water
• Street cleaning and washing fleet vehicles
• Watering parks, municipal lawns and sports fields
• Hydrant meter use (except for emergencies)
• The Four Seasons Spray Park will remain closed until after the weekend.

Next steps

With more rain expected for this weekend, our priority is to continue clearing the line to prevent any further backups from occurring.  City crews are also working closely with regional partners to determine why the wastewater line wasn’t draining as it should have. Several factors contributed to the situation:

• Heavier rainfall in June had already left the ground waterlogged.
• Last week’s rain then overwhelmed the wastewater system, as it did for most municipalities in the region.

Preparing for heavy rainfall

More rain heavy rain is forecast for this weekend. The City is watching the forecast and making contingency plans. Crews will be monitoring levels in the wastewater system – if levels become high again, non-essential water use restrictions may be implemented again.

Additionally, there are a few extra steps residents can take to prepare their homes ahead of the weekend to help prevent potential flooding:

• Direct downspouts away from your foundation, at least two metres if you can.
• Clear leaves and debris from eavestroughs and downspouts.
• Test your sump pump and make sure it discharges well away from the house.
• If you have a backwater valve, check that it is clear and working.
• Keep window wells clear and covered.
• Move valuables off basement floors as a precaution.

A note of gratitude for the community

We asked for the community to come together and help their neighbours, and you all listened. Thanks to everyone who adjusted water use over the last week; every little bit helped.