With Canada Day on the way, expect changes to your lawn sprinkling as the Comox Valley Water System is moving to Stage 2 restrictions.
The change comes as a response to current drought conditions, high demand for water, and strain on the regional water infrastructure. They apply to Courtenay, Comox, and the Comox Valley Water Local service area.
Senior manager of Water and Wastewater Services Kris La Rose says the past couple of weeks have seen a near record use of water from the community.
“On June 8 alone over 54,000 cubic metres of water was used which is the highest daily consumption rate we have seen within our system in the past 15 or so years,” said La Rose.
“Water levels are severely impacted when hot and dry conditions continue, so it’s important for residents to remain diligent and continue to be thoughtful with how much water you and your household are using.”
While Stage 2 is in effect, residents living on even-numbered addresses can sprinkle their lawn and garden between 6 and 8 a.m. and 8 and 10 p.m. on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
For odd-numbered addresses, the sprinkling is allowed at the same times, but only on Wednesdays and Sundays.
The change will come into effect on Canada Day.
