Milfoil Harvesting Leads To Water Turn-Off

The possibility of increased turbidity has led to the Kalamalka Lake Water source being turned off again in Greater Vernon.

It’s the second time that’s happened in the last week, with all water customers now serviced by the Duteau Creek source.

Greater Vernon Water says the decision is precautionary, based on the annual milfoil rototilling at the north end of Kal Lake which can increase turbidity.

“When rototilling is taking place, water turbidity can increase and the ultra violet disinfection process can change. During this time, water will be supplied from the Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant until the annual milfoil rototilling is complete,” says an RDNO release.