The Killiney Beach water system water quality advisory was upgraded to a boil water notice today.
The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) has issued a precautionary boil water notice for residents served by the Killiney Beach water system in the Central Okanagan West Electoral Area today, May 20.
A media release says increased turbidity in the Okanagan Lake water source can interfere with chlorination treatment.
There are about 280 properties connected to the community water system located off Westside Road that are affected.
Roadside sign notices are in place to inform residents.
After consulting with Interior Health (IH) it’s now recommended that all Killiney Beach water customers follow IH guidelines and boil all water intended for drinking, washing fruit and vegetables, making beverages, ice or brushing teeth.
Boil for at least one minute or use a safe alternative to water from the tap such as bottled or distilled water.
This boil water notice will continue until further notice and turbidity returns to normal operating levels within acceptable guidelines for Canadian drinking water quality.
For more details and information visit the Regional District website water system webpage (regionaldistrict.com/water) or contact RDCO Environmental Services at engineer@cord.bc.ca or 250-469-6241.
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