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Alberta’s premier says the province may take over Calgary’s water system after a second major pipe rupture, blaming former mayor for inaction post-2013 floods.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the province may take over Calgary’s water system after a second major rupture in the Bearspaw South Feeder Main, blaming former mayor Naheed Nenshi for inaction post-2013 floods.
The 2024 break, which caused flooding and boil-water advisories, showed no warning signs, and an independent review is due January 13.
Smith argues for provincial oversight similar to other utilities, while Nenshi denies responsibility, citing regular inspections and no prior major breaks.
City data shows Calgary loses over 20% of water to leaks, far above Edmonton’s 5%, though efforts are underway to meet a provincial 10% target by 2027.
El primer ministro de Alberta afirma que la provincia podría hacerse cargo del sistema de agua de Calgary tras una segunda rotura importante de tuberías, culpando al exalcalde por la inacción tras las inundaciones de 2013.