Muttart Conservatory flooding caused by cracked water line

FILE - Edmonton's Muttart Conservatory. (CityNews)

By News Staff

Posted January 16, 2024 12:50 pm.

Last Updated January 16, 2024 2:39 pm.

Edmonton’s Muttart Conservatory was closed Tuesday due to flooding caused by a cracked water line in the tropical pyramid.

The iconic botanical garden was flooded in its centre court and some staff areas, Muttart Conservatory spokesperson Debi Winwood told CityNews.

“There has been no impact on any of the plants or exhibits,” she said.

Crews worked to get the facility cleaned and open for the public.

“But the timeline (for reopening) isn’t known yet,” Winwood added.

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