City of Pompano Beach announces free chlorination of its water system starting September 8 through October 6 with temporary changes to taste and smell

Pompano Beach, Florida – The City of Pompano Beach Utilities Department is alerting residents that its entire water distribution system will undergo a free chlorination treatment starting Monday, September 8, 2025, and continuing for four weeks through Monday, October 6, 2025. The city says the treatment is part of its ongoing commitment to providing high-quality drinking water to residents and businesses throughout the community.

Free chlorination is a standard maintenance practice used by water utilities nationwide. During this period, the disinfection method will temporarily shift from the city’s regular use of chloramines—a combination of chlorine and ammonia—to free chlorine. While the water remains perfectly safe for drinking, cooking, bathing, and other everyday uses, residents may notice a slight change in taste or smell.

“Many water providers in the United States still use free chlorine disinfection as their daily water disinfection process,” city officials explained. “This chlorine treatment is being performed as a routine maintenance measure to ensure the quality of the water we provide to our customers.”

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The Utilities Department emphasizes that certain groups should take extra precautions during this process. Persons undergoing dialysis or with compromised immune systems are advised to consult their healthcare providers to determine whether the temporary change could affect their treatment. Likewise, owners of fish tanks or ponds – including grocery stores, restaurants with lobster tanks, and bait shops with aquatic containers – are encouraged to seek advice from pet or aquarium professionals to adjust their aquarium care routines if necessary.

In addition to the disinfection changes, city crews will also be flushing fire hydrants throughout Pompano Beach during the chlorination period. Residents may experience temporary water discoloration and are advised to let their faucets run until the water clears. While the sight of discolored water may be concerning, city officials stress that it poses no health risk and is a normal part of routine maintenance and hydrant flushing.

The Utilities Department encourages residents to remain informed and ask questions as needed. Customer service representatives at the Utilities Billing Division are available to provide guidance and answer inquiries at 954-786-4637. Officials say clear communication is an essential part of the process, ensuring residents are aware of what to expect and how to manage minor changes in water appearance or odor.

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Once the four-week free chlorination treatment concludes on October 6, the city will return to its standard disinfection method using chloramines. The temporary switch is not expected to affect long-term water quality, and it is being conducted solely to maintain the integrity and safety of the water supply system.

For Pompano Beach residents, the initiative is a reassurance that the city prioritizes public health and water quality. Regular maintenance like this, city officials note, is a critical component of water safety protocols, helping to ensure that every tap in homes, schools, and businesses continues to provide clean, safe, and reliable water throughout the year.

Residents are reminded that the water is safe for all routine uses and to exercise normal precautions only for specialized situations, such as sensitive medical treatments or aquatic care. By maintaining an open line of communication and performing necessary routine maintenance, Pompano Beach continues to demonstrate its dedication to public health and quality water service for all.