City has returned to Stage 1 water restrictions
After weeks of uncertainty caused by the Mount Underwood wildfire, the City of Port Alberni is lowering water restrictions to Stage 1, effective immediately.
With the wildfire now being held and the threat it posed to the City’s water infrastructure reduced, staff have determined it is safe to ease restrictions. This decision reflects improved conditions and the City’s commitment to balancing water conservation with community needs.
Be Water Wise
Water conservation is everyone’s responsibility. By reducing the amount of water consumed throughout the driest months of the year we are acting as good stewards towards our natural resources. Thank you for conserving water in your community.
For more detail on what is permitted or prohibited in the various stages, please check out our resources below:
Water Restrictions Stages 1 to 4
Stage 1 Water Restrictions - media release - Aug 27, 2025
Stage 1 Water Restrictions - poster