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Water conservation crucial in Greater Vernon as Kal Lake remains historically low
Stage three water restrictions remain in place as officials say Kal Lake is about 1.5 metres below normal and new supply options are limited.
- John Lord, manager of infrastructure for the Regional District of North Okanagan , told The Morning Star on Friday that Kalamalka Lake remains historically low, with Stage three water restrictions in effect throughout Greater Vernon.
- Unusually dry conditions through September and October, coupled with a significant El Niño event expected to peak this winter, have compounded water shortages as meteorologists anticipate these conditions will persist into the greater part of 2027.
- The RDNO activated the Antwerp Deep Well and partnered with the City of Vernon to access reclaimed water for Goose Lake irrigation, though Lord said the well "didn't provide a whole lot of extra water but it did help."
- Following elections that culminated on Oct. 17, the RDNO's new board of directors was sworn in on Wednesday, Nov. 4, and now faces water scarcity as a top priority for the district.
- Officials are actively reviewing the Aberdeen Dam to determine potential height increases for capturing spring freshet, though Lord cautioned that expanded infrastructure does not guarantee increased water supply for the region.
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