UPDATE: Broken Arrow Could Run Out of Water by 6 p.m.
http://www.ktul.com/story/22562734/emergency-order-to-conserve-water-after-a-water-main-break
http://www.ktul.com/story/22562734/emergency-order-to-conserve-water-after-a-water-main-break
June 11, 2013 11:45 AM
City Manager declares water emergency
Due to a substantial break in a main water line into Broken Arrow from Pryor, the City Manager has declared a water emergency for all resident and business customers.
Residents are being asked to use water for essential use only, i.e. cooking and bathing. City pools and splash pads will be closed until further notice, fire hydrant testing has been suspended and Battle Creek Golf Course will cease watering any nonessential portions of course until the repair is complete.
“Due to the line break and the rapidly decreasing supply of water within the distribution system the City Manager has declared a water emergency,” said Director of Communications Stephanie Higgins. “The storage tanks are at critically low levels and the line break is prohibiting the City from receiving the water volume needed to supply the city.”
Staff anticipates the line repair will begin in the hour and should take 8-10 hours.
The City of Broken Arrow will continue to monitor water levels and will communicate any changes.
LATEST UPDATE:
June 11, 2013 7:33 PM
SITUATION UPDATE 2
City Manager declares water emergency
Voluntary, precautionary boil advisory issued
Broken Arrow, Okla. (June 11, 2013) – The City of Broken Arrow has now issued a precautionary boil order effective immediately.
Due to the main water line break in the water system and the potential for contamination as a result of this situation, the drinking water supplied by the City of Broken Arrow may be unsafe for human consumption.
As a precaution, it is advised that the consumers of the this water system bring the water to full, rolling boil for at least one minute before consumption, food preparation, dish washing, tooth brushing, wound care and bathing infants who may ingest bath water.
This advisory will remain in effect until further notice. Questions concerning this situation should be addressed to Stephanie Higgins, Director of Communications, at 918-259-2400, Ext. 5309.
City crews are working expeditiously to repair the main water line break between Pryor and Broken Arrow’s water treatment facility.
“We are gravely concerned about the impending shortage as the elevated storage towers are depleted,” said City Manager Thom Moton. “It is imperative that residents not draw water to store as this will accelerate the depletion of the water system.
Crews are making progress in the repair. Currently, the damaged portion of the line has been removed and the new segment inserted. Staff estimates the repair should be completed in the next 2 to 3 hours. Once completed, additional time will be need to pump water from the water treatment facility to the water towers.
The City of Broken Arrow will continue to monitor this situation and will communicate any changes as they develop.
Broken Arrow Fire Department
Fire department administration put measures in place this afternoon to ensure the safety of our residents. Staff mobilized additional units and identified areas within Tulsa and surrounding areas to attain water if needed.
Mutual aid partners in outside the City of Broken Arrow were also contacted. Tulsa Fire Department, Coweta Fire Department, Oak Grove Fire Department and Rolling Hills Fire Department are on notice of the situation.
The department also contacted area hospitals and nursing homes to advise of the situation.
Boil Order
Prior Updates
June 11, 2013 4:42 PM
UPDATE
City Manager declares water emergency
Residents asked to use water for essential purposes only
Broken Arrow, Okla. (June 11, 2013) – The City of Broken Arrow is asking residents to take seriously the emergency water order issued earlier today.
City crews are working expeditiously to repair the water main break between Pryor and the water treatment facility.
“We have reached a critical time in our water distribution system,” said City Manager Thom Moton. “If our customers do not start conserving water immediately, the City will run out of water, possibly as early as 6 p.m. today.”
If the water towers reach critically low levels, customers will experience a period of low water pressure and possibly no water at all. If this point is reached, a boil order will be issued.
“We are asking our customers to use as little water as possible until 6 a.m. tomorrow morning to give our crews time to repair the line and refill and recharge the water towers,” Director of Communications Stephanie Higgins said.
Staff anticipates the line repair will begin will be completed this later this evening.
The City of Broken Arrow will continue to monitor water levels and will communicate any changes as they develop.
http://www.brokenarrowok.gov/AlertCenter.aspx?AID=City-Manager-declares-water-emergency-10
City Manager declares water emergency
Due to a substantial break in a main water line into Broken Arrow from Pryor, the City Manager has declared a water emergency for all resident and business customers.
Residents are being asked to use water for essential use only, i.e. cooking and bathing. City pools and splash pads will be closed until further notice, fire hydrant testing has been suspended and Battle Creek Golf Course will cease watering any nonessential portions of course until the repair is complete.
“Due to the line break and the rapidly decreasing supply of water within the distribution system the City Manager has declared a water emergency,” said Director of Communications Stephanie Higgins. “The storage tanks are at critically low levels and the line break is prohibiting the City from receiving the water volume needed to supply the city.”
Staff anticipates the line repair will begin in the hour and should take 8-10 hours.
The City of Broken Arrow will continue to monitor water levels and will communicate any changes.
LATEST UPDATE:
June 11, 2013 7:33 PM
SITUATION UPDATE 2
City Manager declares water emergency
Voluntary, precautionary boil advisory issued
Broken Arrow, Okla. (June 11, 2013) – The City of Broken Arrow has now issued a precautionary boil order effective immediately.
Due to the main water line break in the water system and the potential for contamination as a result of this situation, the drinking water supplied by the City of Broken Arrow may be unsafe for human consumption.
As a precaution, it is advised that the consumers of the this water system bring the water to full, rolling boil for at least one minute before consumption, food preparation, dish washing, tooth brushing, wound care and bathing infants who may ingest bath water.
This advisory will remain in effect until further notice. Questions concerning this situation should be addressed to Stephanie Higgins, Director of Communications, at 918-259-2400, Ext. 5309.
City crews are working expeditiously to repair the main water line break between Pryor and Broken Arrow’s water treatment facility.
“We are gravely concerned about the impending shortage as the elevated storage towers are depleted,” said City Manager Thom Moton. “It is imperative that residents not draw water to store as this will accelerate the depletion of the water system.
Crews are making progress in the repair. Currently, the damaged portion of the line has been removed and the new segment inserted. Staff estimates the repair should be completed in the next 2 to 3 hours. Once completed, additional time will be need to pump water from the water treatment facility to the water towers.
The City of Broken Arrow will continue to monitor this situation and will communicate any changes as they develop.
Broken Arrow Fire Department
Fire department administration put measures in place this afternoon to ensure the safety of our residents. Staff mobilized additional units and identified areas within Tulsa and surrounding areas to attain water if needed.
Mutual aid partners in outside the City of Broken Arrow were also contacted. Tulsa Fire Department, Coweta Fire Department, Oak Grove Fire Department and Rolling Hills Fire Department are on notice of the situation.
The department also contacted area hospitals and nursing homes to advise of the situation.
Boil Order
Prior Updates
June 11, 2013 4:42 PM
UPDATE
City Manager declares water emergency
Residents asked to use water for essential purposes only
Broken Arrow, Okla. (June 11, 2013) – The City of Broken Arrow is asking residents to take seriously the emergency water order issued earlier today.
City crews are working expeditiously to repair the water main break between Pryor and the water treatment facility.
“We have reached a critical time in our water distribution system,” said City Manager Thom Moton. “If our customers do not start conserving water immediately, the City will run out of water, possibly as early as 6 p.m. today.”
If the water towers reach critically low levels, customers will experience a period of low water pressure and possibly no water at all. If this point is reached, a boil order will be issued.
“We are asking our customers to use as little water as possible until 6 a.m. tomorrow morning to give our crews time to repair the line and refill and recharge the water towers,” Director of Communications Stephanie Higgins said.
Staff anticipates the line repair will begin will be completed this later this evening.
The City of Broken Arrow will continue to monitor water levels and will communicate any changes as they develop.
http://www.brokenarrowok.gov/AlertCenter.aspx?AID=City-Manager-declares-water-emergency-10
Haven't tried my water yet though the kids have flushed the toilet a couple times. If we don't have water for showers tonight hopefully they will have it fixed by the morning.
The problem is spreading across north BA - restaurants with "open food" have been ordered to close, and the BA - St. John's Hospital is transferring patients to other hospitals.
Glad I can use a well.
Glad I can use a well.
