Water Business Unit Responds to Increase in Ruptured Lines Amid Infrastructure Upgrades
The Water Business Unit (WBU) has acknowledged a recent rise in reports of ruptured water lines across Antigua, attributing the issue primarily to ageing infrastructure within the national distribution network.
According to the WBU, the problem has been compounded by the increased volumes of water now being produced and pumped through pipelines that were not originally designed to handle current levels of demand. As water production continues to improve, older sections of the system are coming under added pressure, resulting in a higher incidence of leaks and breaks.
Officials explained that a phased upgrade programme is already underway to modernise the network. This includes the replacement of ageing mainlines with more durable high-density polyethylene (HDPE) piping, which is better suited to withstand higher pressure and provide long-term reliability.
Despite the ongoing upgrades, response teams remain actively deployed island-wide to address leaks and other faults as they arise.
The WBU said its crews are working daily to minimise disruptions and restore service as quickly as possible.
Customers are being reminded that assistance is available around the clock. Water-related issues can be reported 24 hours a day, seven days a week by contacting the Water Business Unit’s Contact Centre at 211 for prompt attention.
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