Halifax Water is advising residents that the heavy rainfall forecasted for Friday into Saturday will create surface-level run-off. This increases the risk of localized flooding, especially if storm drains and catchbasins are blocked with debris.
To help avoid this, Halifax Water is encouraging residents to check their storm drains/catchbasins to ensure they are clear. If you see they are blocked, we ask that customers clear them if they are able, and it is safe to do so.
Customers with driveway culverts should ensure that nothing is blocking the flow of water.
For more information on the location of storm drains/catch basins visit the Halifax Water website here: Fire Hydrants & Catchbasins | Halifax Water. Residents can also call Halifax Water at 902-420-9287 to report blocked storm drains/catch basins.
To ensure the safety of our communities and our staff, please maintain a safe distance when Halifax Water staff or contractors are working in your area.