Wellington residents urged to keep saving water

Wellingtonians are being asked to keep saving water as our dry weather continues.

River flows remain very low and the sprinkler and irrigation system ban remains in place in Lower Hutt, Porirua, Upper Hutt and Wellington. Wellington Water encourages all households and businesses to keep up their efforts to use a bit less.

“Last weekend’s rain gave us a small reprieve. However, river levels have dropped quickly and we’re facing a similar position to that we were a week ago” says Noel Roberts, Operations Manager for Wellington Water.

The Wainuiomata Water Treatment Plant is back in service after the weekend’s rain, but is expected to be turned off due to lack of water within the next few days.

“Unfortunately there’s not much sign of rain in the 14-day forecast, so we’re not expecting our situation to improve any time soon” says Mr Roberts.

The ban on sprinklers and irrigation systems remains in force until further notice. Further restrictions may be needed if the situation worsens.

Tips on saving water
· Run only full loads in the dishwasher and washing machine
· Put off non-essential outdoor jobs, like washing windows or the car, until the water supply situation improves
· Sweep up garden waste instead of hosing it away
Turn the tap off when brushing your teeth

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