Calgary Still Faces ‘High Risk’ of Running out of Water Despite Progress on Water Line Repair, Official Says

The City of Calgary says it is making progress on fixing a water main break that has left the city with a water shortage, but it could still be a week before it is repaired. On June 5, the city said a “critical water main break” occurred in a supply pipe that has impacted water availability throughout the city. However, the city said that “significant progress” had been made in a situation update on June 8. Calgary residents have been asked to curb water consumption until the repair is complete. “We are making good progress, however, it’s important to know this is a complex process and I want Calgarians to be prepared and understand that it will take some time to complete this repair,” said Water Services Director Nancy Mackay. She estimated it could be up to a week before the situation is resolved....