NEW JERSEY – As we prepare for more hot days in a row this upcoming week, New Jersey American Water is asking that customers in Monmouth and Ocean Counties to conserve water usage.
“Summer has officially arrived, and the hot, dry weather seems to be here to stay,” said Lindsey Olson, senior director of operations at New Jersey American Water. “During heat waves, it’s common to see increases in household water usage, but we are asking customers to voluntarily limit their outdoor watering now to potentially avoid more stringent summertime restrictions of water usage.”
By limiting outdoor water usage, the company can manage a finite supply of water allowing customers to ability to still maintain their lawns and gardens.
New Jersey American Water has provided the following guidelines for outdoor conservation:
• Water early or late in the day to minimize evaporation.
• Generally, lawns only require one inch of water per week, most coming from precipitation and dew or by watering two times per week at a maximum.
• Raise the level of your lawnmower blade to avoid lawn burnout and the need for watering.
• Avoid adding new plants or sod to your landscape during this time of excessively hot and dry weather.
“These small but impactful actions are designed to help alleviate stress on water sources and infrastructure, all while helping customers save money on their water bills,” Olson said.
For more information and tips, visit newjerseyamwater.com.
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