Dania Beach water utility to temporarily switch treatment methods during September preventative maintenance

Dania Beach, Florida – The City of Dania Beach will temporarily change the way it treats drinking water as part of a routine preventative maintenance program scheduled for September. The temporary change will affect all utility customers in the city from September 6 through September 27, 2026.

During the maintenance period, the water system will switch to free chlorine as part of a standard treatment process designed to provide additional protection against bacteria. City officials said the procedure is commonly used by water suppliers that rely on chlorine disinfection and is recommended periodically by the Florida Department of Health.

For most residents, the change is expected to be noticeable mainly through the taste or smell of tap water. Customers may notice a slight difference while the temporary treatment process is in place.

The city also warned residents that they may see water flowing from fire hydrants in their neighborhoods during the maintenance period. Although the sight of water running from hydrants may raise questions, the activity is part of the normal process used during the preventative maintenance program.

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The temporary chlorination program is intended to help maintain the water system and provide an added level of protection against bacteria. It is not described as a response to a water quality emergency, but rather as a routine measure carried out by water providers.

Certain customers, however, will need to take additional precautions while the program is underway.

Kidney dialysis centers, nephrologists and hospitals have already been notified about the temporary change so they can make any adjustments needed for their treatment and water-use processes. People receiving kidney dialysis who have questions about how the change could affect their treatment are advised to speak directly with their doctor or dialysis specialist.

Aquarium owners should also be aware of the temporary switch. Some aquatic and marine animals are sensitive to free chlorine, which means additional care may be necessary for people keeping sensitive species at home.

Residents with aquariums are advised to contact their pet supply stores for information about appropriate de-chlorination methods and products. The city is specifically urging aquarium owners to consider the needs of sensitive fish and other aquatic animals during the maintenance period.

For other customers, the main effect may simply be a temporary change in the characteristics of tap water. A different taste or smell does not necessarily mean there is a problem with the water, as the city expects these changes as a result of the treatment process.

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The program will remain in effect for three weeks, from September 6 through September 27. Once the maintenance period is completed, the city’s water utility will return to its normal treatment practices.

Residents who have questions about the preventative maintenance program or want additional information can contact Nathan Costa, manager of the Water Treatment Plant, at 954.924.3747 or by email at [email protected].

The city is encouraging customers to be aware of the scheduled dates and the possible temporary changes, particularly those responsible for dialysis-related care, medical facilities and aquariums containing chlorine-sensitive species. For most households, however, the maintenance program is expected to be a routine part of keeping the city’s water system protected and properly maintained.