Halifax Water has issued a mandatory water conservation order for several communities in Halifax Regional Muncipality. Photo by Allen McInnis /Montreal GazetteArticle contentMandatory water conservation orders are now in place for several communities in HRM.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentHalifax Water announced on Wednesday morning that the communities served by Lake Major are going into the first stage of water restrictions. This includes Dartmouth, Burnside, Cole Harbour, Westphal, North Preston and Eastern Passage.Article contentArticle content“This is due to the ongoing dry conditions and lack of precipitation. As a result, Lake Major has moved to the warning phase, which triggers the need for these mandatory stage one restrictions,” Halifax Water stated in a news release.Article contentArticle contentThey also pointed to an interactive map for people to find out if they are in the conservation area.Article content A map showing the areas included in the mandatory water conservation area. Photo by HALIFAX WATERArticle contentThe conservation methods for all homes and businesses mean no:Article contentWatering lawnsWashing vehiclesFilling poolsWatering golf coursesArticle contentThey’re also asking people to take these additional measures for water conservation:Article contentIf it’s yellow, let it mellow. Halifax Water says that depending on the efficiency of a toilet, each flush uses between six to 26 litres of water. Shorten and cut back on the frequency of showers. Turn off the tap when you don’t need it. Wash only full loads of laundry and dishes. Article contentAs well, bulk fill stations serviced by Lake Major will be closed.Article content“With the move to mandatory, residential and commercial customers are now expected to adhere to these measures,” states the news release. “Failure to do so may result in a warning, a non-compliance fine, or suspension of service.” Article contentHalifax Water said these measures are in place to make sure they have an essential water service.Article content“The goal is to help reduce demand until the rainfall can replenish the lake and remove/delay the need for an engineered pumping solution.”Article content
Mandatory water restrictions issued for several areas of Halifax Regional Municipality
