Water conservation orders in place for parts of Nova Scotia
The recent hot and dry weather has resulted in water conservation orders for parts of Nova Scotia.
The Municipality of the County of Annapolis says reservoir levels in Margaretsville have reached 'critically low levels.'
Mandatory water conservation began on Tuesday and the following activities are banned:
watering of gardens, lawns, trees, etc.
washing of vehicles or homes
filling pools
running sprinklers
Officials say anyone found breaking the order could have their service disconnected.
The order will remain in place until water levels return to normal.
In a notice posted Monday, all residents of Stewiacke were asked to conserve water.
The town says the St. Andrews River is at its lowest level since monitoring began 10 years ago.Residents are also being asked to:
limit lawn watering with sprinklers to one day per week
restrict watering of trees, shrubs, and vegetable gardens
refrain from washing outdoor surfaces such as driveways, sidewalks, and decks
Heat warnings remain in effect
A series of heat warnings remain in effect in Nova Scotia, except for Digby, Yarmouth, and Shelburne counties, as well as areas near the Atlantic and Fundy coasts.
Environment Canada says daytime temperatures Wednesday could reach up to 31 degrees, though the humidex will make it feel more like 36.
Conditions are expected to moderate Wednesday night and Thursday.
For more Nova Scotia news, visit our dedicated provincial page
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