Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek has criticized city officials for inadequate communication during the ongoing water emergency caused by a broken feeder main. She emphasized the severity of the situation and the need for water conservation measures to prevent running out of water. Gondek highlighted the challenges and timeline for repairing the critical water transmission line, noting that it will take at least five to seven days due to the size and complexity of the infrastructure. The city has been relying on water from an alternate plant, but reservoirs are at risk of depletion if conservation measures are not followed. Gondek acknowledged previous communication challenges and pledged to improve public updates.