Greater Vernon Water - RESCINDED Water Quality Advisory for Parts of Dixon Dam Rd, Briggs Rd & Hartnell Rd

Type
Water Notice

In conjunction with Interior Health, the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) advises that the Water Quality Advisory (WQA) issued on April 15, 2025 to parts of Dixon Dam Road, Briggs Road and Hartnell Road (see map) is RESCINDED.

A brief loss of power to a pump station in this area resulted in the loss of water for a short time to some properties on April 15, 2025. The issue was corrected, and flushing was completed. The RDNO issued a WQA to the affected area while sampling and testing of the water main occurred to ensure the continued safety of the water system. 

If you have any questions, please contact the RDNO Utilities Department at 250-550-3700.


Original Notice: April 15, 2025

In conjunction with Interior Health, the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) advises some customers supplied by Greater Vernon Water that they are on a precautionary Water Quality Advisory (WQA) until sampling results confirm the drinking water is safe. The area affected includes parts of Dixon Dam Road, Briggs Road and Hartnell Road (see map).

A lack of pressure at a pump station in this area has resulted in a loss of water. Crews are on site and flushing will be completed. The RDNO is issuing a WQA to the affected area while sampling and testing of the water main occurs to ensure the continued safety of the water system. 

What should customers do?

When the water service resumes, properties in the area may experience reduced water pressure, discolouration of the water, and/or air. Please run a cold water tap until the water has cleared.  An outside tap is preferred.

The level of service and treatment provided by the RDNO has been maintained; however, some customers may wish to boil their water for at least one minute when preparing food, drinking, washing fruits and vegetables, making beverages or ice or brushing their teeth.

Updates will be posted to www.rdno.ca/news (filter by Water Notices). You can also subscribe to receive email updates at www.rdno.ca/subscribe

If you have any questions, please contact the RDNO Utilities Department at 250-550-3700.

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