April 14, 2026 – Water Quality Advisory
Please be advised that the City of Castlegar has issued a Water Quality Advisory. This is a precautionary measure while the City tests its backup water supply.
This advisory will remain in place until rescinded.
A Water Quality Advisory tells you that:
- There is some level of risk associated with consuming the drinking water, but a Boil Water Notice is NOT required.
Water Quality Advisories may be issued for various reasons, including, but not limited to:
- Routine maintenance work on the water supply system
- Turbidity (the cloudiness of water)
The risk is elevated for the following:
- People with weakened immune systems and chronic illnesses
- Infants and young children
- The elderly
- Anyone seeking additional protection
For further information, please contact the Civic Works Department at 250-365-5979 or visit the Water Advisory Map at https://drinkingwaterforeveryone.ca/advisorymap/.
Continued updates can be found at castlegar.ca.
To understand the precautions to take, please refer to the Water Quality Advisory FAQ provided by Interior Health.
Learn More
To learn more about the backup water supply testing and precautionary Water Quality Advisory, see City of Castlegar to Test Backup Water Supply. You can also view a video of Mayor McFaddin explaining the Water Quality Advisory on the City’s Facebook page.
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