This is an important Department of Water Supply (DWS), County of Hawai‘i, message for Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020.
The water storage in the Department’s reservoirs has decreased due to a prolonged lack of rainfall. Thus, a Water Conservation Notice has been issued for all Department of Water Supply customers in the affected areas effective immediately and until further notice. A Water Conservation Notice requests customers reduce water use by at least 10%. Status updates will be issued as necessary and made available on the DWS’ website, www.hawaiidws.org.
AFFECTED AREAS: ĀHUALOA TO ANEKONA ESTATES, INCLUDING HONOKAIA, PU‘UKAPU, NIENIE, WAIMEA TOWN, LĀLĀMILO FARM LOTS, PORTIONS OF MANA ROAD, PORTIONS OF MĀMALAHOA HIGHWAY (HWY 19), AND WAIEMI PLACE; SOUTH KOHALA, HAWAI‘I
Performing the following steps will help to conserve water:
- Wash only full loads of laundry and dishes
- Check faucets and pipes for leaks
- Do not let water run when washing hands, shaving, or brushing teeth
- Reduce showering times
- Use water-saving devices whenever possible
- Use a broom instead of a water hose when gathering leaves and grass clippings
All affected water customers should limit water use for dust control and irrigate only during off-peak hours of 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. This measure will reduce water loss due to evaporation, and minimize water system usage during peak demand. Find other water-saving tips by clicking on the “Conservation” tab at www.hawaiidws.org.
To reach the DWS, please call (808) 887-3030 or (808) 961-8050 during normal business hours, (808) 961-8790 for after-hour emergencies, or email: dws@hawaiidws.org.
The Department of Water Supply thanks affected customers for their understanding.