The Township of Manitouwadge has seen a spike in frozen water lines due to the recent cold temperatures. To help prevent disruptions to your water service, we strongly recommend running a bleeder line until further notice.
🔹 What to do: Keep a small, steady stream of water running from a tap in your home (about the width of a pencil).
🔹 Why? Running water helps prevent pipes from freezing, reducing the risk of costly damage and service interruptions.
🔹 When to stop? We will provide an update when it is safe to turn off your bleeder line.
BUT IF THEY DO FREEZE…
🔹Stop water service into the house with the main water shut-off valve.
🔹Contact a license plumber.
🔹Never use hot water, a torch, or open flame to thaw a frozen pipe or meter.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping to keep our community’s water system running smoothly!
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Public Works Department at (807) 826 3227 EXT 230.
Stay warm and stay safe!
Township of Manitouwadge – Public Works Department
