With the rainy season still a few weeks away, the Southwest Florida Water Management District would like to remind residents that conservation is the key to maximizing our water supply. Approximately 60 percent of our annual 52 inches of rain falls from June through September.
“We’re at the height of our dry season when our water levels are at their lowest, so it’s important that we make an extra effort to conserve,” said Lou Kavouras, District deputy executive director.
Conserving water indoors is a great way to make a difference and it’s as easy as changing a few simple behaviors.
Consider this, you can save up to 1,000 gallons of water per month by only running the washing machine and dishwasher when they are full.
A person can also save up to 1,000 gallons of water per month by turning off the water while brushing his or her teeth and shaving.
For more tips on how you can conserve water indoors, visit the District’s web site at www.WaterMatters.org.