Public Notification for Chlorination Altering Process

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION FOR
CITY OF LAKE WORTH TO ALTER WATER
CHLORINATION PROCESS
AUGUST 8, 2010 THROUGH AUGUST 21, 2010
City of Lake Worth - In accordance with a program recommended by the Palm Beach County Health Department, the City's water chlorination methods will be temporarily changed for two weeks from August 8, 2010 through August 21, 2010.  The City will accomplish this strictly precautionary measure to ensure our water supply remains free of bacteria.Starting August 8, 2010 a "free chlorine" water treatment method will be used to provide a somewhat stronger disinfection process than the "combined chlorine" treatment which is normally used.  The City will revert back to the "combined chlorine" method on August 21, 2010. As part of this process, the City will be flushing fire hydrants. This flushing will cause temporary water in the swales of the roadways. Please do not be alarmed by this water as it will dissipate within a few hours.The City of Lake Worth and their Consecutive Systems water utility customers including Aqua Utilities of Florida (Lake Osborne Estates), Hypoluxo Village, John Prince Park, Lake Clarke Shores, Lantana Cascade, Palm Breezes Club, Seminole Manor and Whispering Pines may notice a slight chlorine taste or odor in their tap water during this period; however, these temporary conditions will not cause adverse health effects.  Tropical fish tank owners, hospitals and residents with pools should be aware of the chlorination changes and make adjustments accordingly.  Any questions should be directed to the City of Lake Worth Water Treatment Plant (561) 586-1710.