CTV News
Water usage restrictions will take effect across Metro Vancouver next month as the region’s snowpack remains near half the historical average for the season.
Metro Vancouver board chair George Harvie announced the coming restrictions Tuesday, saying the lack of snowpack for the region’s reservoirs and the expectation of another hot, dry summer means residents will be allowed to water their lawns a maximum of one day per week starting May 1. …
“Last year, we had to ban lawn watering mid-summer because use of our treated drinking water for outdoor use was too high,” said Malcolm Brodie, chair of Metro Vancouver’s water committee.
“This year, we’re hoping to avoid escalating restrictions for as long as possible,” he added. “Let your lawn go brown this summer, and save water for where it’s needed most: cooking, cleaning, and drinking.” …