Released December 12, 2024
WEYBURN– At approximately 12:10 a.m. this morning, ammonia was detected in the arena ice plant room. The Weyburn Fire Department promptly responded to assist facilities staff with safety procedures, ensuring the room was safely cleared of ammonia and the source was isolated.
The source of the ammonia was identified as a pressure relief valve, which activated as designed to prevent a dangerous pressure buildup within the system. The incident was determined to have originated in the condenser tower.
Refrigeration contractors arrived on-site shortly after the incident and worked alongside facilities staff until 5:00 a.m., conducting inspections and troubleshooting the system to prevent further issues.
Today, refrigeration contractors, TSASK, and inspectors are on-site conducting clean-up efforts, reviewing system operations, and inspecting the repairs made to the chiller vessel earlier this week.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The City remains committed to keeping the public informed and looks forward to welcoming skaters and players back to the arenas as soon as possible. Thank you for your continued support
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For media inquiries contact:
Kyle Hertes
Communications Coordinator | City of Weyburn
(306) 848-3236 | khertes@weyburn.ca