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Water Quality Advisory issued due to increased turbidity in Kalamalka Lake

Aug 14, 2026 | 11:48 AM

A Water Quality Advisory has been issued for the Kalamalka Lake water source.

The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) and Interior Health issued the advisory Friday, Aug. 14, due to increased turbidity in the lake water.

Turbidity indicates the amount of fine particulate matter in the water, which can cause cloudiness.

The cause of this turbidity is under investigation but the RDNO said these types of situations had previously been linked to factors such as marl, strong winds and algae blooms.

Though the water clarity was compromised, the RDNO said the disinfection levels were being maintained and bacterial levels were within the safe drinking standard as of Friday morning.

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However, it was suggested people with compromised immune systems or other conditions bring their tap water to a rolling boil for a full minute before drinking, using it to prepare or make food and drink, and brushing their teeth.

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Properties under the Water Quality Advisory (Image Credit: RDNO)
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