Storage and Rainfall Update

Monday, January 22nd, 2018

Storage and Rainfall Update

Rainfall recorded at South Gippsland Water’s storages from 12^th January – 19^th January 2018 was Lance Creek 21mm, Ruby Creek 40mm, Coalition Creek 40mm, Deep Creek 26mm, Little Bass 43mm and Battery Creek 44mm.

Philippe du Plessis, Managing Director of South Gippsland Water said, “Storages continue to decline as we move further into the summer.  South Gippsland Water continues to closely monitor the Coalition Creek system”.

Customers are requested to ensure they are following the Permanent Water Saving Rules which are in place all year. The top three rules to remember are;

1) Water during the cool – Between 6pm and 10am.

2) Sweep, don’t hose – Hosing hard surfaces such as paths and driveways is not permitted.

3) Install trigger nozzles – All outdoor hoses are required to be leak free and fitted with trigger nozzles”.

More information is available at the South Gippsland Water Website: www.sgwater.com.au/services/water/permanent-water-saving-rules. Any customers who have questions or concerns regarding their water supply can contact South Gippsland Water’s friendly Customer Service Team on 1300 851 636.