Sept. 11, 2023: Mesachie Lake Water Service area

During routine sampling a higher than normal total coliform (non-fecal) count was found at the dead-end of one waterline and as a precautionary measure, a boil water notice was issued by Island Health and the CVRD.

Approx. 100 homes were affected only in the Mesachie Lake Water Service area and residents were notified immediately. Crews from CVRD Water Services completed a line flushing and resampling on Monday, Sept. 11, and samples have been sent for lab testing. 

Two consecutive days are needed for testing and an update will be issued on Wednesday, September 13, 2023. The "Boil Water Notice" will remain in effect until the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) determines the water is acceptable for domestic use.

Your patience is appreciated, and we apologize for the inconvenience.

Additional information may be available on the Island Health Authority official website.

For more information about Boil Water Notices, see the CVRD's frequently asked questions page.

Sept. 8, 2023: The Mesachie Lake Water System is on a boil water notice effective immediately after a recent bacteriological examination revealed potential contaminants that may pose a health hazard. 

Residents should bring all water used for domestic purposes (e.g. drinking, cooking, teeth brushing, etc.) to a rolling boil for a minimum of one minute.

This "Boil Water Notice" will remain in effect until the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) determines the water is acceptable for domestic use.

The CVRD is taking immediate action to address this problem. Your patience is appreciated and we apologize for the inconvenience.

Additional information may be available on the Island Health Authority official website.

For more information about Boil Water Notices, see the CVRD's frequently asked questions page.