Water Demand Measures

There is a potential or forecasted risk to the system. The following City operations may be restricted:

• Hydrant flushing
• Sewer flushing
• Street cleaning
• Firefighting training
• Fleet vehicle washing – includes transit buses
• Outdoor rink flooding

There is no impact to the public, though residents are encouraged to conserve water where possible.

There is a moderate risk to the system. The following additional City operations may be restricted:

• Non-recirculating spray decks and parks close. Recirculating spray decks and parks may remain open
• The City will avoid filling swimming pools in public facilities when possible
• Potable water use is limited to essential projects for road construction, and parks and recreation

Residents are reminded to conserve excess water usage where possible by taking following voluntary steps:

• Stop or limit watering lawns and gardens during the daytime hours
• Limit outdoor washing (cars, windows, exterior building surfaces, sidewalks, driveways or walkways)
• Limit filling outdoor pools or hot tubs, fountains and other decorative features

There is a high risk to the system. The public is required to limit all non-essential water use.

The following additional City operations maybe restricted:

• All spray decks and parks are closed
• No filling of City swimming pools