LAKE CHARLES, La. (AP) - Lake Charles residents may notice low water pressure later this month when the city begins changing its water system from a chlorine-ammonia system to a free chlorine system.
Free chlorine systems are designed to improve water quality by reducing the occurrence of biofilm and nitrification in the water system.
The American Press reports (https://bit.ly/1in1ADe ) the process is expected to last about 60 days.
During that time, officials say residents may notice open fire hydrants in the city. They may experience lower water pressure, temporary water discoloration or a chlorine odor. Officials say the water will be safe to drink and, in most case, such problems should clear quickly by flushing water lines.
City Administrator John Cardone said to help alleviate some of the nuisances that come along with the work, the city is planning to have crews on standby to respond quickly to specific cases.
Also, to help make the process even less intrusive, Cardone said the program will take place in sections.
“We divided the city up into different zones,” Cardone said. “We’ll start in a particular zone, one that we know we can manage, and complete work there. The open fire hydrants will be in those specific zones.”
Since the entire endeavor is relatively new to the city, Cardone said officials have been gathering information and learning what to expect.
Bossier City is another city going through the water system change. Cardone said the key is to have solutions to any possible complications long before they arise.
“We have had conversations with the mayor of Bossier as they are going through the process. The mayor said it’s been going well,” Cardone said. “We’re making sure to get all of the information that we can.”
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Information from: American Press, https://www.americanpress.com
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