News

Water News Menu
Displaying 161 - 180 of 314

Water is Flowing From Washington Park Reservoir!

Blog post



Portland Utility Bureaus Are Prepared for West Coast Chlorine Shortage

As the region experiences a chlorine supply shortage, Portland’s drinking water remains safe and wastewater treatment continues

Press release


Easy sprinkler tips for summer

Blog post


Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update

Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.

News article


Gresham Trestle Upgrade Project Update - June 2021

News article


Unidirectional Flushing team hits milestone 

Undirectional Flushing (UDF) is an important process we undertake to keep our system free of unwanted debris and ensure the quality of Portland's drinking water.

Blog post


Water Helps Firefighters Train

The Portland Water Bureau hosts Portland Fire on Powell Butte for training in confined spaces.

Blog post


Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - May 2021

Newsletter



Prepare your building for a safe reopening

Stagnant water poses health risks. Take these important steps to reduce risks associated with Legionella.

Press release


Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - April 2021

Newsletter


Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update

Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.

Press release


Four ways to save water on Earth Day

Happy Earth Day! It's a great day to learn how you can make more Earth-friendly choices. These tips will help you lower your water use to save money on your water/sewer/stormwater bill.

Blog post


Say hello to our new chief engineer!

Blog post



Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update

Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.

Press release


A Hometown Hero On Our Team

PWB Senior Administrative Specialist, Angie Harris, was honored during a Portland Trail Blazers broadcast as the “Hometown Hero” of the game for her extensive volunteer work in the community.

Blog post


Using Natural Cleaners to Keep Homes and Waterways Clean

Join us for National Cleaning Week to celebrate the positive impact cleaning has on public health, the environment, and our economy. Learn how certain cleaning products affect our waterways and ways to make your own "green" cleaning products.

Blog post


Bull Run Treatment Projects Update - March 2021

Newsletter