Watermain break causes lane restrictions near Centre Street and Athol Street in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of lane restrictions near the intersection of Centre Street (Regional Road 2A) and Athol Street, in the City of Oshawa due to a watermain break.

When: Centre Street has one southbound lane currently restricted, with the remainder of lane restrictions beginning at approximately 10 p.m. tonight to minimize impacts to traffic and water service disruption. Restrictions are ongoing until repairs are complete.

Where:

• Southbound on Centre Street, from King Street to Athol Street. One lane is currently restricted, and an additional lane will be restricted at approximately 10 p.m.
• Athol Street, from Simcoe Street (Regional Road 2) to Centre Street, beginning at approximately 10 p.m.

Why: To repair a broken watermain.

Note: Residents and businesses in the immediate area may experience a water service interruption or decrease in water pressure during the repair. When the water service returns to normal, it is important for customers to turn on a cold water tap only and let it run for approximately five to 10 minutes to clean out any sediment that may have accumulated in your water service. This will avoid any sediment entering the hot water system.

The Region realizes that the work is disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and the work crews.

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