Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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Drilling work being done in Wheatley this week WHEATLEY — An oil and gas drilling contractor is anticipated to begin redrilling the Tait Well, located in the APEC 2 area in Wheatley on Wednesday morning. Residents in the areas adjacent to the evacuation zone may hear and see things that are unfamiliar to them but are perfectly normal for an oil and gas drilling operation. Residents can expect to see a variety of large equipment onsite, including a drilling rig, storage tanks and a flare stack. Workers will be wearing a variety of personal protective equipment in-
cluding, at times, breathing apparatus to prevent exposure to any harmful gases. During several phases of the work, the drill rig will be using a series of air horn blasts to communicate information to workers. Controlled gas releases through the flare stack are to be anticipated. During drilling, if gas is encountered, the flare stack will ignite to protect workers onsite and the community. It is possible that residents may notice odours in the air similar to previous gas releases that have
ANNOUNCEMENT
Dr. Robert McCormick Optometrist, Leamington Eyecare Dear Leamington, Wheatley and Tilbury patients, for the time being I am now only available at my Kingsville Eyecare Clinic to assist you with your eyecare and eyewear needs. We welcome you to call 519-325-0123 or 519-733-3560 to schedule an appointment or if you have questions.
Thank you for your continued support.
occurred on site. Safety is the top priority for the workers on site and the community. Air monitoring is being conducted 24/7 in and around the municipal
parking lot, on the perimeter of the evacuation zone and on mobile units. Residents must stay outside of the evacuation zone at all times for their safety.
Celebrate th 157 BIRTHDAY
Municipal employees and the Fire Department will be visiting adjacent properties to answer any questions from residents. Anyone can call 311 to get updates or answers to
Jack Miner’s
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8am-2pm: Sportsmen Yard Sale 10am-3pm: Museum/House will be open 12 noon: Join us at the house for the re-opening ceremony, and celebrate Jack’s birthday with one of the 157 cupcakes.
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Monday, April 11th – Thursday, April 14th Come out and enjoy the great outdoors at Jack Miner. Grounds and trails are open from sunrise to sunset. Museum/House closed.
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Friday, April 15th
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any questions. Updates will be provided as the work progresses.
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