Advisory upgraded to boil water notice

A water quality advisory, originally issued in May, has been upgraded to a boil water notice (BWN) for part of West Kelowna.

The notice covers the Sunnyside/Pritchard service area, and is in effect until further notice.

The city and Interior Health say the BWN is required due to the presence of total coliform at the Okanagan Lake intake.

View a map at westkelownacity.ca/waterquality to confirm if your property is in the affected service area.

“Under a boil water notice, everyone must use water brought to a rolling boil for one minute or more, or seek an alternative safe source, for brushing teeth, drinking, making baby formula and ice, preparing food and beverages and washing fruits and vegetables and dishes,” the city stated.

Residents can access the bulk filling station at Shannon Lake and Asquith Roads for a safe source of drinking water. Customers can use the touch-free filling station free during the BWN. Bring clean bottles for filling. The tap is located on the Asquith Road side of the facility.