This morning’s tests show the chlorine levels are within limits. Problem appears to be in the chlorine analyzer/controller. We are sourcing a new unit.

Water Quality Advisory remains in effect

An issue with the chlorine pump has caused too much chlorine to be added to the water. Maximum recommended levels are 4 parts per million (ppm); this mornings measurement at the tank was close to 6 ppm. Usual level is around 3 ppm.

The quickest way to remove chlorine from water is by boiling for 15 mins. Alternatively, leaving the water in a pot or other container with wide opening for at least 24 hours will remove the chlorine by evaporation.

Please share this with others, especially to those with pre-existing health conditions.

We are currently working on resolving the issue.

The power issue at the treatment plant has been resolved and water production is back to normal.

We have a power issue at the treatment plant. Please keep water use to an absolute minimum. Updates will be posted.

Van Anda’s Boil Water Notice is no longer in effect as 2 consecutive VCH sample testing results show no Coliform or E. Coli bacteria in the water. Previously, low levels of Coliforms were detected. Coliforms are very common in the environment.

We have returned to the Water Quality Advisory, which is in place for those with health issues. These individuals may still want to boil their water before consumption.

The Advisory will stay in place until the UV Treatment system is fully functional. We are making good progress with increasing UV levels and they are close to requirements, however this is unlikely to be fully resolved until the Ion Exchange media has been replaced. The media replacement is a complicated and costly process; we are bringing in an expert for assistance.

More info on Notices and Advisories can be seen on this page Water Quality Notices

Van Anda Improvement District still has a BOIL WATER NOTICE in effect.

This is to advise that the Environmental Health Officer has issued a boil water notice to all residents within the Van Anda Improvement District. The water is presently considered unfit for drinking or domestic use and should be boiled for one minute prior to consumption.

All residents are requested to notify their immediate neighbours who may be unaware of the boil water advisory.

Of the samples taken Sep 17, 2 had low levels of Coliform bacteria (Earl St and Marble Bay Rd/Van Anda Ave), and one had something growing that was neither Coliforms or E. Coli (end of Wall St).

Any questions may be directed to the Administrator at contact@vananda-id.ca or phone 604-486-7035. More information is available at vananda-id.ca/water-quality-notices/

Boil Water Notices are usually in place for at least two weeks, even when the problem has been resolved, as two consecutive sets of water samples must pass off-site VCH testing before the notice can be lifted.

Van Anda Improvement District has issued a BOIL WATER NOTICE

This is to advise that the Environmental Health Officer has issued a boil water notice to all residents within the Van Anda Improvement District.

The water is presently considered unfit for drinking or domestic use and should be boiled for one minute prior to consumption.

All residents are requested to notify their immediate neighbours who may be unaware of the boil water advisory.

Any questions may be directed to the Administrator at contact@vananda-id.ca or phone 604-486-7035

More information is available at vananda-id.ca/water-quality-notices/

Boil Water Notices are usually in place for at least two weeks, even when the problem has been resolved, as two consecutive sets of water samples must pass off-site VCH testing before the notice can be lifted.

The Notice has been lifted after 2 consecutive samples detected no coliforms or E coli .

The Water Quality Advisory still in effect, due to partial UVT and high turbidity.

The most recent VCH testing (Aug 6) had one sample from Van Anda that detected Coliforms so a Boil Water Notice is now in effect. Tap water should be boiled for one minute. Use any clean pot or kettle.  Kettles that have automatic shut offs are acceptable. More information is available on the page vananda-id.ca/water-quality-notices/

Notices will be posted around the community.

We are experiencing problems with the chlorination process and recommend boiling water before use as chlorine content is below the recommended amount. VCH samples will be taken to determine if a Boil Water Notice is needed.