Swimmers and pets should steer clear of some waters off Victoria after a wastewater spill Thursday morning.
Construction at the Clover Point Pump Station resulted in an unplanned wastewater discharge from the short outfall the morning of May 7, according to a Capital Regional District notice.
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Waters affected are near Clover Point Park, between Cook Street and Hollywood Place and residents are advised to avoid entering the waters as the wastewater may pose a health risk.
As a precaution and in consultation with Island Health, beaches within the affected areas will be posted with public health advisory signs for one day.
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