Water and Sewage Department Successfully Eliminates Foul Water Odour Issue in Virgin Gorda

Residents of the Valley, Virgin Gorda, were recently faced with an unpleasant odour emanating from their taps. However, the Director of the Water and Sewage Department, Mr. Brian Davis, has assured the community that the issue has been resolved.

According to Mr. Davis, the foul smell was a result of seaweed buildup near the Handsome Bay Water Production Plant. To eliminate the odour and mitigate any associated risks, several measures were implemented.

Firstly, extensive tests were conducted early in the morning at various sample points, including the water plant, the reservoir, and the North and South Valley areas in the distribution system. These tests confirmed that there was no presence of bacteria in the water supply.

Additionally, the Water and Sewage Department personnel took action to flush the lines in areas that were considered dead-ends. This process aimed to remove stagnant water and eliminate any compromised water quality that may have contributed to the foul odor. Furthermore, cleanup efforts to address the Sargassum buildup at the handsome bay shoreline have already begun.

Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye Rymer, expressed his gratitude to the public servants involved in swiftly resolving the issue. He acknowledged the collaborative efforts of the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Water and Sewage Department, and the Handsome Bay Water Plant.

Honourable Rymer also extended an apology to the affected customers and residents of Virgin Gorda for any inconvenience or anxiety caused by this situation. He reassured them that the matter has been fully addressed and resolved.