It’s back to ‘stage one’ in Campbell River. As the City reverts to stage one water restrictions, officials are still urging locals to stay mindful of their water usage.
“The city’s guidelines for water conservation support healthy lawn care, and we remind people to water only during permitted times, and only as necessary,” says water manager Steven Roehr.
Under stage one restrictions, odd-numbered house addresses are permitted to water on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 5 to 9 am and 7 to 10 pm. Meanwhile, even-numbered addresses are permitted to water on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 5 to 9 am and 7 to 10 pm.
In Campbell River, watering gardens, trees, shrubs, and community gardens by hand or with a spring-loaded type nozzle with automatic shut-off connected to a hose is allowed at any time during the day in all watering restriction stages.
According to the City, stage two restrictions were first introduced on June 28th, after water demand exceeded the ability of the water system to provide fire protection.
City guidelines for water conservation and lawn care:
- Mow lawns to a length of three inches or more, reducing moisture loss and sunburn
- Set sprinklers to water for 20 minutes or less per lawn watering session
- Water for a maximum of two sessions per week, encouraging deep root systems
- Remember, shade provides the best protection for a sunburned lawn with trees/shrubs
- Provide good aeration and drainage to create a healthy lawn
Find more details here.
