Water Resources Advises of Possible Purchase of OKC Water
Home Kidney Dialysis Machines May Need Adjustment
Edmond's water treatment plant is undergoing routine cleaning and maintenance this week. If temperatures stay in the 80s as predicted, Edmond could purchase water from Oklahoma City to supplement the city's water supply while the plant is offline. Edmond city officials want to advise residents of the potential purchase because some home dialysis machines may need adjustments due to the different disinfection system used by Oklahoma City.
Although residents typically don't notice any change, kidney dialysis machines may require a different method of operation. Oklahoma City uses chloramines and Edmond uses chlorine for disinfection. Both disinfecting processes meet all state standards, and are accepted industry-wide.
The waterline connections to Oklahoma City are in the southwest section of Edmond. Although the southwest side of the city will be the primary recipients of the Oklahoma City water, residents on the east side may receive some of the water as it blends in the distribution system with Edmond's well water.
Water Resource Department personnel are contacting hospitals and other medical facilities to advise them of the potential purchase of Oklahoma City water. The personnel are also calling residents that are known to use home kidney dialysis.
Residents are encouraged to advise the Water Resources Department if they have a medical condition that would warrant notification prior to a change. To report a medical condition, call 216-7675 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Fish aquariums with filters may require a different method of operation due to the chloramines disinfection process. Fish owners are urged to contact their local pet store for instructions.
Issued: April 21, 2008
