The Regional District of Central Okanagan has issued a Water Quality Advisory for residents served by the Falcon Ridge water system.
Approximately 55 properties connected to the Falcon Ridge system off Highway 33 are affected.
Channel maintenance in Mission Creek has been completed to provide sufficient water flow past the system intake. As a result, turbidity has increased and some residents may be impacted by the change in water quality. Interior Health has been consulted and roadside sign notices will be in place advising of the water advisory.
It’s recommended that Falcon Ridge water customers follow Interior Health guidelines, especially those with weakened immune systems, the elderly, children and those wishing additional precautions. All water intended for drinking, washing fruit and vegetables, making beverages, ice or brushing teeth should be boiled for at least one minute. As a safe alternative to boiled water from the tap, customers may choose to use bottled or distilled water.
This water quality advisory will continue until further notice and testing confirms water is within acceptable Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines.
For information visit the Regional District website water system webpage or contact RDCO Environmental Services at engineer@rdco.com or 250-469-6241.
To subscribe online for Regional District water quality advisories or alerts by email visit the Regional District website water system webpage.