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Cranbrook, BC (July 31, 2020) – Slight reductions in water pressures have been reported by residents around Cranbrook over the past several days, as temperatures into the mid- 30’s continue across the region. 

Water is still being delivered as normal to homes and businesses; however, some may notice the water pressure is slightly less than normal. This will not affect critical infrastructure and emergency response operations.

On Thursday July 30 alone, the City delivered over 30 million litres of water to residents and businesses – enough water to supply a population of over 43,000 people. The City of Cranbrook’s population sits at just over 20 thousand.

Most water consumption in the summer months is for lawn watering, typically peaking to its highest levels in July and August especially during long hot dry spells like we are experiencing. Residents are asked to only use the water you absolutely need and use it wisely.

“Established lawns only need an inch of water a week, including rainfall to stay healthy,” says Chris Zettel, Corporate Communications Officer for the City of Cranbrook. “Longer infrequent watering will help develop deeper, healthier roots. Rather than frequent shallow watering, water your lawn deeply once or twice a week. Please don’t water during the hottest part of the day or while it’s windy to prevent losing water to evaporation.”

It is also vital that residents remember to only water your lawns on your watering day. Even number properties water on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday. Odd numbered properties water on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday with no one watering on Wednesdays. Watering can only occur from 4am to 11am or 7pm to 11pm on your watering day.

For more information about watering days and times, conservation tips, summer lawn and garden care, visit our Water Conservation information section of our website at https://www.cranbrook.ca/residents/water-conservation/.