The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO), in conjunction with Interior Health, advises that the Precautionary Boil Water Notice issued on July 22, 2023 to customers supplied by the Grindrod Water Utility has been RESCINDED. All bacterial testing results and disinfection levels are within normal drinking water standards in the distribution system. A map of affected properties is attached.
Update on Outdoor Water Restrictions
Under the Water Sustainability Act, the Government of BC has declared a Level 4 Drought for the South Thompson watershed. The Grindrod Water Utility uses water in this watershed and outdoor watering impacts the river and stream levels.
Due to the drought declaration and the existing capacity limitations of the system, the utility remains on Stage 2 outdoor watering restrictions.
Stage 2 Water Restrictions are as follows:
Water Restrictions Schedule - Sprinkler Use Allowed between 7:00 pm – 10:00 am |
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Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
Even House Address |
No Sprinklers |
Odd House Address |
Even |
No Sprinklers |
No Sprinklers |
Odd House Address |
Did you know that overwatering your lawn not only affects your community’s water supply, it can also harm the health of your grass. Most lawns need just 2.5cm (one inch) of water per week—about the depth of a tuna can.
An easy way to see whether you are watering an appropriate amount is to place an empty tuna can with the lid off in an area where you are irrigating. When the can is full, usually after 15 to 20 minutes, you know that your grass has gotten an adequate amount of water. Watering for more than one hour per location is strictly forbidden
Under Stage 2 Water Restrictions, customers are allowed to water by hand at any time with a watering can or hose with a spring-loaded shut-off nozzle. Drip irrigation is also allowed any time as evaporation is minimal when the water is applied directly at the plant roots.
For indoor and outdoor water conservation tips, visit www.rdno.ca/waterwise.
For more information, visit www.rdno.ca/restrictions.
Where can I find future water updates?
Updates will be posted to www.rdno.ca/news (filter by Water Notices) and the RDNO’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/RDNorthOkanagan. You can also subscribe to receive email updates at www.rdno.ca/subscribe.