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City of Lakeport asks residents to conserve water
On May 11, the Lake County Board of Supervisors approved a drought emergency proclamation due to the worsening drought conditions in the region, as Lake County News has reported.
The city of Lakeport relies on groundwater wells in the Scotts Valley area along with treated water from Clear Lake for its potable water needs. Both sources are vulnerable due to the current and forecast drought conditions.
The city is reminding its water customers that it is always prudent to practice conservation, whether it is water or any other resource.
Everyone can do their part in conserving this important resource by voluntarily reducing their water consumption.
The city is asking every customer to voluntarily save 15 to 20 gallons of water per day.
Here are some simple water-saving ideas you can use at home:
— Install water-saving shower heads and take shorter showers – five minutes or less.
— Turn water off when brushing teeth.
— Let lawns go dormant in the summer.
— Water plants deeply and less often.
— Flush the toilet less.
— Check toilets, faucets and pipes for leaks and promptly repair if necessary.
For more water conservation tips and resources, visit the city’s website.