Calgary water feeder main update: 16 Avenue N.W. now open [Video]

City of Calgary officials warned residents about letting up on their conservation efforts at Friday’s afternoon update regarding ongoing feeder main repairs and water restrictions.

Water usage saw a spike the day before, to 500 million litres — the highest it’s been since the main failed earlier this month.

According to the city, remaining at less than 480 million litres is imperative.

“We are currently in a vulnerable state. If water consumption continues on the current trend-line we’re on, we may be putting lives at risk,” said Sue Henry, Calgary Emergency Management Agency chief.

“Hospitals may have water shortages and fires may not be able to be put out.

“Now is not the time to take our foot off the brake with reducing water consumption. We are asking Calgarians to do their part to make every drop count. We’re all hopeful that the finish line is not far off.”

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