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Stage 2 outdoor watering restrictions begin
Posted on Monday, June 16, 2025 12:03 PM
Effective June 16, 2025, Stage 2 outdoor watering restrictions are in place for all RDCO water systems which include Star Place, Falcon Ridge, Killiney Beach, Sunset Ranch, Upper Fintry / Shalal Road / Valley of the Sun and Westshore Estates. Restrictions are expected to remain in place until September 15, 2025, unless drought conditions worsen.
During Stage 2, outdoor watering is restricted to two days a week. Outdoor watering is permitted on Saturdays and Tuesdays for even numbered addresses,...
Swimming advisory issued for Reiswig Regional Park
Posted on Friday, June 13, 2025 11:30 AM
The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO), following recommendations from Interior Health Authority, has issued a swimming advisory at Reiswig Regional Park following higher than acceptable E.coli counts in water samples.
Residents are advised to follow posted notices at Reiswig Regional Park and not to swim or engage in water-related recreational activities until further notice. If water is ingested, swimmers may develop gastrointestinal illness, skin rashes and/or eye, ear and throat...
Boil Water Notice removed for Westshore Estates water system
Posted on Thursday, June 12, 2025 09:29 AM
The Regional District of Central Okanagan has removed a Boil Water Notice for residents served by the Westshore Estates water system in Central Okanagan West Electoral Area.
Testing has confirmed that water quality is within acceptable Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines.
The Boil Water Notice was put into effect on April 11, 2025, due to elevated algae levels and high turbidity due to freshet (flood season streamflow from rain and melting snow).
For more information visit the Regional District website...
Do your part to silence the buzz this summer
Posted on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 08:39 AM
Mosquitoes are back — but they don’t have to take over your summer. The Regional District of Central Okanagan is tackling known development sites and roadside catch basins, but keeping the buzz at bay takes all of us. Small actions around your home can go a long way in reducing mosquito populations and helping everyone enjoy a more comfortable summer outdoors.
Take action at home
Standing water is the number one source of mosquito development. Residents are encouraged to remove sources of...
Regional District urges fire safety in parks amid hot, dry conditions
Posted on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 09:09 AM
With fire risk continuing to rise due to sustained hot and dry weather, the Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) is reminding all park visitors to use caution and remain aware of fire prevention and safety requirements while enjoying regional parks this summer.
Smoking, vaping and open flames are not permitted at any time in RDCO regional or community parks. Propane-fueled barbecues are allowed but must be attended at all times and kept safely away from any flammable materials.
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