The Township of Spallumcheen has issued a boil water advisory for all residents on the Larkin water system.

In a release, the township said the advisory has been issued in conjunction with Interior Health out of an abundance of caution until sample results confirm the water is safe to drink.

Water users in the Larkin Local Area Service are advised to use alternative water sources such as bottled water or to bring tap water to a boil for 1 minute before use.

Users should also avoid using water from appliances, to boil water even if filtered, not to swallow water when bathing, and to brush teeth with boiled water.

The township said dishwashers are generally safe to use and it is safe to wash clothes as usual.

More information on boil water advisories is available on the Spallumcheen website.