Lower Nicola alters water restrictions

Those living in Lower Nicola have new watering restrictions to abide by starting today.

“With the extreme heat and drought conditions in the area we ask that residents concentrate their watering to flowers/trees/vegetables and allow their lawns to go dormant during this drought period,” reads the press release.

Water Restrictions

Residents with odd numbered homes are permitted to water Monday/Wednesday/Friday

Residents with even numbered homes are permitted to water Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday

Watering Times are 6 am to 9 am and 6 pm to 9 pm

Hand watering with a controlled flow nozzle can be done at any time.

“These restrictions will ensure that the water district can provide water in case of an emergency in the area,” concluded the release.