For Immediate Release
In-Town Water Systems will be under a Boil Water Notice for listed customer properties starting March 15, 2024 until further notice
The Town of Oliver, in consultation with Interior Health, is issuing a Boil Water Notice, until further notice, for in-town Water System for the planned domestic watermain relining project. It is anticipated that the Boil Water Notice will be in place for the properties listed until the end of March. This project is necessary to increase the life span of the existing water main that feeds the reservoir to ensure the quality of water moving forward. The properties affected are as follows:
6322 Spartan Street
6304 Spartan Street
6242 Spartan Street
6232 Spartan Street
809 School Ave/6057 Spartan Street (Elementary and Secondary School)
650 School Ave
630 School Ave
622 School Ave
585 School Ave
577 School Ave
576 School Ave
567 School Ave
564 School Ave
555 School Ave
554 School Ave
545 School Ave
542 School Ave
444 School Ave/6206 Main Street
6150 Main Street/430 Fairview Road
The Town of Oliver Relining Map attached, indicates the areas affected by the Domestic Watermain Relining Project.
Under a Boil Water Notice, it is recommended that children, the elderly and those with weakened immunity 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.
The Town will inform residents, via its e-news service, as soon as it is able to rescind the Water Quality Advisory. To receive news updates https://www.oliver.ca/whats-happening
All Oliver residents and Rural Water Customers are encouraged to sign up for Emergency Alerts through Voyent Alert! https://www.oliver.ca/stay-connected/register-emergency-alerts
We appreciate your cooperation and patience during this time. If you have any questions, please contact the Town of Oliver.
Inquiries:
Town of Oliver
250.485.6200
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