The Wayne City Water Department has announced a temporary change in its water disinfection process that recently began is expected to continue for approximately one month.
During this period, the department will switch from its normal chloramine disinfection process, which uses a combination of chlorine and ammonia, to a free chlorine process that uses chlorine alone. Village officials say the temporary change is intended to help maintain stable water quality and prevent bacterial contamination.
Customers may notice a stronger chlorine smell in their tap water during the transition. However, officials emphasize that the water will remain safe to drink. Village employees will also periodically flush fire hydrants throughout the water system to help remove water treated under the previous disinfection process from the mains. During flushing operations, customers may experience temporary water discoloration or fluctuations in water pressure.
Residents are encouraged to check their water for discoloration before washing laundry.
The temporary change will affect customers served by the Wayne City Water Department, including the Village of Sims and Western Wayne Water District customers supplied through the Wayne City feed.
The process is expected to last approximately one month, after which the department plans to return to its normal chloramine disinfection method.
Customers with questions or concerns about the temporary change are encouraged to contact Wayne City Village Hall.