Boil-water notice downgraded

In consultation with the Interior Health Authority, the City of West Kelowna has lifted the boil-water advisory and issued a water-quality advisory for the Pritchard water system as testing indicates the turbidity level is now below 1.0 NTU.

The Sunnyside and West Kelowna Estates water systems remain on a water-quality advisory.

In July, the city connected the Pritchard water system to the Sunnyside water system to secure a more reliable source of water for Pritchard users, as recommended in the water utility master plan.

This was originally expected to occur after completion of the Rose Valley water treatment plant. However, persistent water quality issues within the Pritchard system prompted the earlier connection.

Residents under water-quality advisories have free access to the bulk water station at the intersection of Shannon Lake and Asquith roads.

A tap is located on the Asquith Road side of the station. Users must bring their own containers and hoses if needed, and ensure the containers are clean and suitable for potable water.

A water-quality advisory means children, the elderly, people with weakened immunity and anyone else seeking added protection should use boiled water or an alternative, safe source for drinking, brushing teeth, washing fruits and vegetables, preparing food, making beverages and ice, and mixing baby formula.