Residents of the Choiseul community have been notified about rehabilitation works being carried out by the Water and Sewerage Company Inc. (WASCO) to enhance water supply in the area. WASCO also warns that any damage to the company’s infrastructure will lead to legal consequences.
In a recent statement, WASCO informed the public about ongoing works at the Delcer Water Treatment Plant aimed at resolving a flow restriction identified along the transmission main supplying water to the treatment facility in Choiseul.
On August 12th, WASCO’s Production, Treatment, and Quality team detected an irregularity at a valve location along the transmission main between the intake and the treatment facility in the Unionville area. It was found that a decommissioned valve at this location had been tampered with, leading to restricted water flow into the plant.
In light of this, WASCO has taken steps to enhance the security of its assets in the area. The valve has been repaired by WASCO personnel, restoring the Delcer Water Treatment Plant to full operational capacity.
An investigation into the suspected unauthorized interference has also been launched. The public is reminded that tampering with or damaging utility infrastructure is an offense under Section 90 of the Water and Sewerage Act.
Delcer, along with several other southern networks, is experiencing low water flows due to below-average rainfall, which has affected yields at abstraction points across the island. The Saint Lucia Meteorological Services reported a cumulative rainfall deficit of around 45 percent at its southern station by the end of July and has forecast drier-than-usual conditions through November.
In accordance with standard operating procedures, WASCO will continue daily monitoring of intake conditions and will perform desilting works when necessary. As efforts to manage the available supply proceed, the company strongly urges customers to limit their water use to essential household needs and to postpone any non-essential usage until flow conditions improve.
Consumers are also encouraged to utilize harvested rainwater for non-potable purposes. WASCO emphasizes the importance of obtaining accurate and up-to-date information on water supply and infrastructure through official WASCO channels.