What is an Essential-Water-Use-Only Request?
An Essential-Water-Use-Only request is made when there is a need for immediate water conservation for fire protection and to increase system storage. This request may occur when there is a power outage to a facility or a significant number of breaks in an area.
What should customers do?
When there is a request for Essential-Water-Use-Only, customers are urged to:
- Use water only as necessary – i.e., take shorter showers and quickly turn off faucets immediately after use.
- Limit flushing toilets (do not flush after every use).
- Limit using washing machines and dishwashers.
Limited Indoor Water Use
Take shorter showers | Quickly turn off faucets immediately after use | Limit flushing toilets (do not flush after every use) | Limit using washing machines and dishwashers to full loads only |
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Last Modified: February 18, 2025, 10:58 am EST