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UPDATED: Friday, August 4th, 2023
Vancouver Island as a whole moved to a level 5 drought as of July 2, 2023, which is the highest on B.C.'s drought scale, prompting provincial officials to urge all people to conserve water. The drought scale runs from 0, meaning there is enough water to meet all needs, to 5, meaning adverse impacts are inevitable.
Mount Washington is not immune to these conditions and is also in a stage 5 drought. While Mount Washington is not currently implementing restrictions, we are asking residents, visitors, and all staff to do their part in reducing any activities that require water use and to manage use accordingly. We urgently need everyone to be aware that our water supply is finite and needs to be conserved for emergency use when demand is required.
One of the three primary water sources that Mount Washington uses as potable water has currently stopped producing. While this happens typically in the summer each year, this season's early drought has brought this about much sooner than usual. The remaining two water sources continue to produce an adequate supply, as expected for this time of year.
Simple steps that everyone can take include: taking shorter showers, not washing our vehicles, not watering lawns more than necessary, only running washing machines or dishwashers when they're full, turning off the tap when you brush your teeth or shave. If everyone makes a few small changes to how we use water, it can have a profound impact. See a full list below.
We would like to thank you in advance for your help and attention on this serious matter. Please stay updated as the situation progresses and do your best to reduce water consumption.
Thank you,
Utilities Department
Mount Washington Alpine Resort
What can you do to help?
Tots 3+ are permitted to Ride the Eagle chairlift Scenic Chairlift ride provided the child must be able to aid in self-rescue in the unlikely event of an emergency.
Children 6+ are permitted to Ride in the Bike Park provided the child must be able to aid in self-rescue in the unlikely event of an emergency as well as being a competent rider, and having a bike that meets all our requirements.