East Lyme Water Department Launches Water Main Flushing In The Crescent Beach Area

Press release from the Town of East Lyme:

May 13, 2020

The East Lyme Water Department is conducting routine flushing of the water mains this week in the areas along Columbus Avenue, Crescent Avenue, Bayview Avenue, Atlantic Street, Black Point Road and adjacent side streets. Be advised that customers may experience temporary discoloration of the water in these areas during and after flushing.

When flushing occurs, sediment that accumulates in the mains becomes disturbed and temporarily suspended in the water causing a brown, red, orange, or yellow color. This disturbance usually lasts for approximately two to four hours. The discolored water is not a health threat. However, the discolored water can stain clothing, so it is best to wait several hours for the water to clear before doing any laundry. Also, do not use any hot water as you may draw the discolored water into your hot water tank, which may have to be flushed later. If you were doing laundry when the water became discolored, rewash the laundry later when the water is clear. Use a rust stain remover or regular detergent. Do not use chlorine bleach. Chlorine can react with iron and can form a permanent stain.

If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact the East Lyme Water Department at 860-691-4104.

This press release was produced by the Town of East Lyme. The views expressed here are the author’s own.