People in Greater Victoria may notice water coming out of their taps is foul smelling but the Capital Regional District said the water is still safe to drink.
Temporary adjustments to the disinfection process may lead to a stronger than usual chlorine smell and taste in some parts of Greater Victoria, the CRD’s Integrated Water Services said in a statement Tuesday. The safety of the drinking water is not affected, the CRD said. To mitigate any unpleasant smell or taste, residents could use regular tap filters or let the tap water stand for 30 minutes before drinking.
The CRD said “operational activities that necessitated this process adjustment” are expected to last until Jan. 15.
