Cut Non-Essential Water Use Immediately Until Further Notice

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Beaumont residents need to immediately eliminate all non-essential water use, as heavy rain has overwhelmed the wastewater system. Heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours has pushed the City’s wastewater system to capacity, with localized flooding and backups being reported. The City is asking everyone to cut back on water use right away to help ease pressure on the system. If pressures continue, backups will continue throughout other parts of the city.

Public safety and actions to take:

  • Avoid driving or walking in areas with localized flooding: Avoid driving or walking in places where manhole covers have become dislodged or where there is evidence of flooding. During heavy rain, manhole covers can become dislodged due to increased water and air pressure within the sewer and stormwater system.
  • Stay back and stay off stormwater pond pathways: Due to heavy rainfall, several stormwater ponds and surrounding pathways are starting to experience localized flooding. Our crews are actively monitoring the situation and are aware of areas where stormwater levels are high. Please stay back from these ponds and stay off the paths – water levels can rise quickly.
  • Basement flooding: If your basement is flooding or you have a sewer backup:
    • Stop using water in your home right away (toilets, showers, sinks, laundry, dishwasher, etc.)
    • Move valuables away from the affected area if it’s safe to do so
    • Proceed with caution and avoid contact with water in the basement
    • Call your insurance company as soon as possible. They can advise you on cleanup, repairs, minimizing further damage and how to safely handle cleanup.
  • Curb all non-essential water use: All other residents are asked to hold off on the following activities to reduce strain on the wastewater system:
    • Laundry and dishwashing
    • Take short showers and limit baths
    • Avoid flushing toilets
    • Do not run water when brushing your teeth or shaving
    • Avoid washing vehicles
    • Eliminate any other non-essential water use activities

These steps help reduce the load on the wastewater system. While heavy rain is the main cause, every bit of reduced indoor use helps reduce the risk of flooding and backups.

More information will be shared as it becomes available.