Cranbrook is entering Stage 2 watering restrictions due to recent hot weather and reduced rainfall.
Stage 2 will be in effect starting at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug 27.
“The water level in Phillips Reservoir has dropped 4 inches over the weekend, and sits about 35 inches below full pool,” said public works director Tony Hetu.
“Under these conditions, and following our Outdoor Water Use policy, we are moving to Stage 2 restrictions.”
Under Stage 2 restrictions, residents can only water two days per week.
Even numbered addresses may only water on Monday or Thursday, and odd numbered addresses on Tuesday and Friday.
Watering times are between 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. or 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. for a maximum of two hours.
Use of water outdoors to wash windows, driveways, sidewalks or build surfaces including windows is no longer allowed.
City staff said they will be reducing water use in in priority two and three greenspaces around the city, with irrigation levels to be maintained in Rotary Park, Moir Park, the Kinsmen Quads and Confederation ball parks.
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