Due to the fact that some water services within the City are shallow, or have previously froze, a precautionary run water notice has been distributed to vulnerable locations.

Starting in early January, about 30 "Priority 1" locations were asked to run water to prevent freezing. Notices are being handed out to another 80, "Priority 2" locations.

As indicated on the notices delivered, those affected will not be billed for the additional water used but will be billed based on historical usage during the season.

Water Distribution Staff will be going door to door this week beginning today to deliver these notices for "Priority 2" locations.

source: media release, City of Owen Sound