Due to recent heavy rain and flooding, Hilltops Council is limiting the extraction of raw water from the Boorowa River for treatment.
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It is therefore necessary to introduce Level 2 Water Restrictions in order for council to be able to maintain continued supply of drinking water by reducing demand in the short term.
Due to floodwater being highly turbid, the raw water being extracted from the river requires additional processing time at council's Water Treatment Plant to produce water to drinking quality.
These restrictions will be effective from Wednesday, August 12.
A summary of level 2 water restrictions is as follows:
Watering of gardens: 7am-10am and 4pm-7pm every second day on an odds and evens system
Irrigation of new turf: Up to one week after laying
Washing down walls or paved surfaces: Not permitted
Topping up private swimming pools/spas: 7am-9am and 6pm-8pm, provided pool covers are used
Washing cars: Allowed with bucket and rinsed with trigger hose on lawn between 9am and 12 noon
Use of evaporative air conditioners: As needed
Further information relating to water restrictions and water management can be found at www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au
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I've had a love of writing from a young age and, combined with my interest in current events, journalism seemed like a natural fit for me. I like to write a little bit about everything but my true passion lies in finding those untold stories from everyday people. Got an idea? Let me know - kelsey.sutor@austcommunitymedia.com.au
