UPDATE:BYPASS ENDED
KAWARTHA LAKES-The Fenelon Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant is partially bypassing the sand filtration process (tertiary treatment), however effluent (liquid waste) is still receiving secondary treatment and UV disinfection prior to outlet into the Fenelon River. The bypass began at approximately 9am this morning.
The Fenelon Falls Wastewater System is currently receiving higher than normal sewage flows due to the heavy rainfall event, and the amount of wastewater entering the sewer system has exceeded the capacity of the system according to City officials.
The Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District (HKPR) Health Unit advises residents who draw their water from the Fenelon River to use a proper filtration and disinfection system before consuming the water. Surface water can be contaminated by viruses, bacteria or parasites that can cause illness.
Although extra precautions should be taken during the bypass event, it is always important to ensure that surface water is properly treated before drinking or using to be sure it is safe.
Homes and businesses connected to municipal water from the Fenelon Falls Drinking Water System are not affected and their water continues to be safe to drink.
Residents will be advised when the bypass event has ended.
