Interior Health has authorized the Cariboo Regional District to downgrade the Boil Water Notice to a Water Quality Advisory for the Russet Bluff Water System in Williams Lake.
The CRD said this is due to the use of untreated water from the lower water well which is designated as groundwater source at risk of pathogens.
Under the new Advisory, residents are no longer required to boil water prior to consumption or seek an alternate water supply, however it is recommended that such precautions be taken for vulnerable residents including seniors, children, and those with health concerns.
“The Water Quality Advisory related to manganese concentrations in water sourced from the lower well also remain in effect.” the CRD said, “Residents are advised to refer to that advisory for further information.”
Interior Health said that boiling water from the system may increase its manganese concentration and is advising residents to secure an alternative water source to provide infants and young children with any water for consumption or food preparation.
The CRD said the Water Quality Advisory will remain in effect until the water source is again switched to the upper well at which time the advisory will be rescinded and the public will be notified.
Frequent water sampling will continue to take place as the CRD continues to work with Interior Health.
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