The City of Enderby is providing an update regarding the precautionary Water Quality Advisory that took effect on March 2, 2026. The Water Quality Advisory will be lifted on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00am.
Current Status
The Water Treatment Plant was returned to service and began serving water into the system on Sunday, March 8, 2026. This followed reduced turbidity in the Water Treatment Plant’s clearwell, clear results on bacteriological sampling, and additional chlorine testing. After verifying that the Water Treatment Plant met required safety standards and Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines, it was reactivated.
Lifting the Advisory
The Water Quality Advisory will be lifted on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00am. This timing allows for the water in the distribution system to fully turn over, ensuring that all consumers receive fully treated water.
Next Update
The City will issue a final notification on Thursday, March 12, 2026 in order to officially lift the Water Quality Advisory.
Precautionary Instructions
Until the advisory is officially lifted, users with weakened immune systems or those seeking additional protection should continue to:
- Boil water rapidly for at least 1 minute for drinking, brushing teeth, making ice, or food preparation.
- Use hand sanitizer after washing hands.
- Use an alternate safe source of water if preferred.
- Once the advisory is lifted, consumers who have been boiling their water may wish to run their cold water taps for 3 to 5 minutes. This will help fully clear water from household plumbing systems.
The City of Enderby thanks all residents for their patience during these emergency repairs and the subsequent safety testing process.
Please help by informing others. For further information, contact the City of Enderby at 250-838-7230 or info@cityofenderby.com.