Government is urging the public to adopt the following conservation measures:

· Do not order more water than is necessary.

· Minimise the number of times you flush the toilet.

· Check and repair leaking faucets, toilets and water appliances.

· Prevent water from overflowing or running after use.

· Minimise use of washing machines and dishwashers.

· Wash full laundry loads or set the washer to appropriate load size.

· Take quick showers, not full baths.

· Refrain from washing cars.

· Use well water for toilet flushing.

· Carefully control the flow of piped water into your tank to avoid overfilling.