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Temporary Plumbing Issue At Westgate
The Department of Corrections confirmed that there was a plumbing issue in the Medium Housing units at Westgate, which “resulted in a lack of water for flushing toilets” and repairs have now been completed. A spokesperson said, “The Department of Corrections confirmed that there was a plumbing leak in the Medium Housing units at Westgate,... Read more of this article
DENR On Clean Air And Water Resources Acts
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] responded to the Coalition’s concerns on Clean Air and Water Resources Acts. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] notes the Coalition’s concerns about the Clean Air and Water Resources Act and welcomes the opportunity to... Read more of this article
Watlington Waterworks Report To Shareholders
““The first quarter 2024 started weaker than 2023, but in March we entered a dry period with strong sales for the second quarter,” Watlington Waterworks said. In their letter to shareholders, the Company said, “As a result, the piped water sales ended up 16 million gallons higher than in 2023 for the same period. “Bottled water... Read more of this article
Column: Save Money, Drink Tap Water
[Written by Erich Hetzel & Katie Berry] Did you know that in the last five years Bermuda’s consumers have spent over $7 million buying bottled water, much of it contained in single-use plastic? That’s money we are spending for something that falls from the sky, for free. This is a huge amount of money to be spending on a natural resource that... Read more of this article
Minister On Water Resources Act Amendments
“I am tabling the Bill entitled the Water Resources Amendment Act 2024; legislation that will ensure that Bermuda maintains the highest quality of groundwater,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said in the House of Assembly on Friday. The Minister said, “The proposed amendments will: “Establish pollution limits for the ground... Read more of this article
DENR On Clean Air & Water Amendment Bill
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] is reminding the public that the Clean Air and Water Resources Amendment Bill Public Consultations will conclude on July 10. A Government spokesperson said, “Launched on June 19, the three-week consultation period provides a valuable opportunity for stakeholders to review and offer feedback... Read more of this article
Watlington Waterworks Reports To Shareholders
Bermuda experienced its highest rainfall since 1902, resulting in a decline in piped water sales for Watlington Waterworks in 2023, the company said. In their letter to shareholders, they said, “The first quarter of 2023 started strong but then the rain started and by the end of the year Bermuda had recorded 77.37 inches, the highest rainfall... Read more of this article
Temporary Water Service Interruption
The Ministry is advising piped water customers from Devonshire, Smiths and Hamilton Parishes that there is a temporary water service interruption due to emergency maintenance. A Government spokesperson said, “The Water and Sewage Section of the Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the public of an emergency interruption to the piped top-up water... Read more of this article
Ministry On Water Disruptions In Bermuda
“We understand the inconvenience and frustration caused by the disruption of water services in these areas,” said Acting Minister of Public Works Michael Weeks, in response to issues with Government-owned water pipes. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works is actively addressing and responding to a series of... Read more of this article
Ministry Addresses Water Supply Disruption
The Ministry of Public Works is “actively working to address a disruption in the potable water system in St. George’s.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry wishes to assure residents and businesses reliant upon this water supply that our team of experts is diligently addressing the issue. “Service restoration is anticipated... Read more of this article
Aug 29: Flushing Water Disruption In St George’s
Due to the “possibility of Tropical Storm Franklin affecting the island,” a planned temporary disruption in the flushing water supply will commence on Tuesday, August 29, depending on the situation post-storm. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works would like to update residents and stakeholders in St. George’s... Read more of this article
Flushing Water Disruption In St. George’s
The Ministry of Public Works is advising “residents and stakeholders in St. George’s that there will be a temporary disruption in the flushing [non-potable] water supply provided by the Water and Sewage Section.” A Government spokesperson said, “This disruption is necessary to facilitate crucial water and wastewater infrastructure... Read more of this article
