RDOS - Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen

04/26/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/26/2024 12:00

Stage 1 water restrictions in effect throughout the Regional District

Due to low snowpack and minimal precipitation across the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS), drought conditions are predicted for the region. As a precautionary measure, the RDOS is asking all water users to reduce outdoor water use to meet Stage 1 water restrictions.

The RDOS is reminding all RDOS owned/operated water system customers that Stage 1 watering restrictions are now in effect. Please restrict use to designated days/times and aim to reduce water use by 10%.

Water systems:

Gallagher Lake Olalla Willowbrook
Missezula Lake Sage Mesa Faulder*
Naramata Sun Valley
Okanagan Falls West Bench


Watering days:

  • Even numbered properties - Tuesday and Saturday
  • Odd numbered properties - Wednesday and Sunday
  • *Faulder:
    • 104-190 Fish Lake Road, 8000 and 8008 Princeton Summerland Rd - Tuesday and Saturday
    • All other addresses - Wednesday and Sunday


Watering times on your day:

  • Manual systems 6:00 am to 10:00 am & 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Automated systems midnight to 6:00 am

Thank you for your cooperation.

For further information on Water Conservation, please visit RDOS Regional Connections or contact Shelley Fiorito, RDOS Project Coordinator I - Utilities.

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Mark Pendergraft, Chair
Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen

Contacts:

Shelley Fiorito
RDOS Project Coordinator I - Utilities
250-490-4110

RDOS Communications
250-490-4148
1-877-610-3737