Tag
87 storiesnewest firstlatest September 20, 2026page 3 of 5
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago asked residents to reduce water use on September 19, 2026, to protect water quality and lower flood risk ahead of forecasted rain and thunderstorms.
A broken water line flooded the basements of about 40 South Philadelphia homes early Thursday, adding to the area's history of repeated flooding incidents.
Chicago’s water district asked residents to limit showers, flushing and appliance use on Sept. 19 as forecasts called for heavy rain and thunderstorms, aiming to protect water quality and reduce flood risk.
Denton County officials issued a boil water advisory for Lantana on September 19, 2026, after water pressure dropped below required levels, despite no contaminants being found. Residents are advised to boil water until pressure is restored.
Satellite analysis reveals that California's groundwater levels increase during years with heavy snowfall, contrasting with the typical decline seen in most years. The study highlights the critical role of snowpack in natural aquifer recharge.
A ruptured water line flooded basements and cut water service to nearly 40 South Philadelphia homes on Thursday, prompting emergency response and repairs. The event adds to a series of recent flooding incidents in the area, highlighting ongoing infrastructure challenges.
Montreal repaired a major water main beneath Atwater Avenue after it had been deemed critical since spring 2025, eliminating a longstanding risk to the city’s potable water supply.
The City of Montreal repaired a major potable water main under Atwater Avenue in September 2026 after it was deemed critical in the spring, ensuring continued safe drinking water for residents.
Montreal repaired a large drinking‑water main under Atwater Avenue in September 2026 after it was flagged as critical in spring, removing a potential risk to the local water supply.
Montreal repaired a critical underground drinking‑water pipe beneath Atwater Avenue in September 2026, restoring safe water service after months of monitoring its deteriorated condition.
Montreal repaired a critical water main under Atwater Avenue on September 15, 2026, after the pipe had been flagged as a concern in the spring. The repair restored the essential drinking water supply without service interruptions.
The City of Montreal repaired a large potable water main under Atwater Avenue on September 15, 2026, after it had been deemed critical since the previous spring. The work eliminates a key vulnerability in the municipal water supply system.
Montreal Mayor Soraya and the Longueuil mayor held a joint press conference on September 15, 2026, urging Quebec parties to increase funding for metro and water infrastructure ahead of the October 5 provincial election. They warned that the region’s basic services are in alarming condition and face a near‑term water shortage.
More than 100 east‑end residents regained water service on September 12 after a three‑day outage caused by the rupture of a 115‑year‑old cast‑iron main that had been scheduled for repairs.
Toronto Water restored water to over 100 east‑end residents on September 12 after a three‑day outage caused by a ruptured 115‑year‑old cast‑iron main that had been slated for repair.
More than 100 east end Toronto residents have been without water since a 115‑year‑old cast‑iron main burst on September 9. The pipe was slated for repairs, and Toronto Water is working to replace it while highlighting broader infrastructure aging issues.
Philadelphia Water Department says average water bills will rise about $7 per month, a change tied to increased enrollment in the city’s low‑income assistance program.
The Trump administration and Westlands Water District declared California’s Sacramento‑San Joaquin River Delta water plan unworkable on September 9, 2026, raising concerns about its feasibility and prompting a reassessment of the state's water management strategy.
Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill requiring data centers to report water use starting in 2025, and California lawmakers are now urging him to sign the measure to improve transparency on the sector's billions of gallons of water consumption.
The City of Wildwood received a New Jersey Water Bank grant (Project No. 0514001‑007) on August 19, 2026 to fund construction upgrades of its municipal water facilities, aiming to improve water quality and system reliability as part of a statewide infrastructure program.
