Users of the Sorrento Water System are advised that a Boil Water Notice has been placed on the system effective April 29, 2023 at 17:15 Hours.
The notice has been issued in consultation with Interior Health due to elevated turbidity in the water.
High turbidity (cloudiness) levels may occur in surface water sources due to seasonal weather changes causing excessive surface runoff, flooding or lake turnover. A high turbidity level may impair the effectiveness of the water disinfection treatment system. If disinfection is impaired, disease-causing micro-organisms may escape into the water distribution system, resulting in an increased risk of intestinal illness.
As a result, a BOIL WATER NOTICE has been issued for users of the Sorrento Water System until further notice.
The CSRD and Interior Health advise that until further notice, all users of the water system are warned to:
The CSRD will inform users once the BOIL WATER NOTICE has been removed.
For more information, contact the CSRD Utilities Department at 1-888-248-2773 or Interior Health at 250-851-7340.