Ocean Gate Fire Department Training Exercise Slated For Monday Night

OCEAN GATE, NJ - Residents of East Chelsea Avenue may experience discolored water on Monday night when the Ocean Gate Fire Department conducts a training exercise on the 100 block of the roadway, according to the department's Facebook page.

The exercise will begin at 7 p.m. by the fire hydrant in front of East Chelsea.

"We anticipate flowing a large amount of water through the water system," the post states. "As a result, the increased water flow will likely loosen residual silt and sediment in the water lines and discoloration of water service to nearby residents will likely result."

Residents in the area should avoid using water for cooking and laundry between 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. After 9 p.m. let the faucet run for several minutes before using until your normal water color returns.

Anyone with persistent water discoloration should call the public works department at 732-269-3233 or the municipal clerk at 732-269-3166.

Photo: Courtesy of Ocean Gate Fire Department