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Lingering wildfire effects cause of water discolouration in West Kelowna

Adjustments are being made to reduce the discolouration, but it will take time
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The Rose Valley Water Treatment Plant in West Kelowna. Photo | City of West Kelowna

Water discolouration in some West Kelowna neighbourhoods is a result of the Rose Valley Reservoir experiencing changed environmental conditions due to the McDougall Creek wildfire.

A media release from the city states increased levels of iron and manganese in the reservoir may be contributing to the discoloration.

香蕉视频直播淎djustments are being made to reduce the discolouration, but this will take time.香蕉视频直播

The adjustments, along with other efforts such as watermain flushing, will help alleviate the discoloration over time.

Ongoing testing, sampling and analysis indicate the discoloration is aesthetic, appearing as turbidity. No water quality advisories are required according to the city香蕉视频直播檚 release.

Updates are available on the .



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