City Of Steinbach’s Update #2 on the April 21 Water Distribution System Discolouration
Following this morning’s watermain damage by private development, the City of Steinbach will continue flushing the water distribution system into the evening to remove the discoloured water and bring it back to normal clarity. The Waterworks Department is monitoring information as it comes in and is responding accordingly.
It is still advised by the Office of Drinking Water and Manitoba Health Seniors and Active Living not to drink discoloured water or use it for purposes such as preparing food, beverages or infant formula until the source of the discoloured water is investigated and found not to exceed recommended drinking water guidelines and standards.
If you are still experiencing water discolouration at your property, please run the cold water tap for 10 to 15 minutes to help improve water clarity. If the discolouration still persists, please contact the Waterworks department as listed below.
The City will provide further updates on the situation through the City’s website at www.steinbach.ca, through the City’s social media channels on Facebook, Instagram and X, and to local media outlets.
The next update from the City will be posted today, Tuesday, April 21st, at approximately 8:00 PM.
Please direct further questions to the City of Steinbach Waterworks Department by filling out the form on our website (www.steinbach.ca/directory) or by email to mheppner@steinbach.ca. Responses may be delayed as the Waterworks team works on the affected distribution system.
The City of Steinbach Waterworks Department was made aware that at approximately 8:30 AM on Tuesday, April 21st, 2026, a private contractor working in a private development damaged the large watermain, causing extremely high flow of water and affecting the water colour in the city-wide distribution system.
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