UPDATE THURSDAY, MAY 12, 11:05 A.M.:
The Mabel Lake Water Utility (MLW) is informing specific customers on Walker Road that the planned work for today, Thursday, May 12, has been postponed to Monday, May 16, due to operational delays.
This means that the water supply will be turned off on Monday, May 16, between the hours of 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. for the planned construction work and could be extended if unforeseen circumstances arise.
We apologize for any inconvenience that this disruption will cause and thank you for your cooperation.
ORIGINAL STORY
Some Mabel Lake Water Utility customers will be without service for about nine hours on Thursday.
Due to planned construction work, water supply will be turned off for a number of residences on Walker Road on May 12, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The water shutoff could be extend past 6 p.m. if unforeseen circumstances arise, said the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO).
“It is suggested that you store a short term water supply for cooking and toilet use before the interruption,” the district said in a press release Tuesday.
Residents may see some cloudiness or air in the water once service has been restored. If so, they should run a cold water tap closest to where the water enters their residence at low volume until the water has cleared.
Questions can be directed to the RDNO Utilities Department at 250-550-3700.
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