Big Island News: Water Conservation in Rural South Hilo Amid Dry Weather

Due to continuing dry weather conditions, the Department of Water Supply urges consumers in the Affected Area to conserve water.

The affected areas: Upper Ka‘ie‘ie area in Papa‘ikou along and immediately surrounding Ka‘ie‘ie Road and from Homestead Road to Upper Ka‘ie‘ie in South Hilo.



This Water Conservation Notice calls for a voluntary action to reduce water usage by 10%.



For customers in the affected area of the Water Conservation Notice, a list of ways to reach the 10% reduction goal is provided:



* Wash full loads of laundry only.
* Wash full loads of dishes only.
* Serve drinking water only when requested.
* Do not let the faucet run unnecessarily.
* When bathing, use water only to wet and rinse off.
* Do not fill up the bathtub.
* Use a glass to rinse when brushing your teeth.
* Do not flush toilets unnecessarily.
* Stop lawn sprinkling.
* Stop car and boat washing.
* Stop dust control watering.
* Use drinking water wisely.



Agricultural users shall irrigate only at night only from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. This measure will reduce water loss due to evaporation and minimize water system drain during peak demand.



Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Clyde Young of the Department of Water Supply at 961-8790.