Water shortage order issued in parts of Charlotte County, here’s some conservation tips

The Southwest Florida Water Management District has issued a water shortage order throughout several counties including Charlotte County.

The order was issued on Thursday and confirms no change watering schedules; however, it does prohibit “wasteful and unnecessary” water use.

• RELATED: Seriousness of the water shortage in Cape Coral

A video released on Facebook from Charlotte County Utilities state that homes on selected days are allowed to water their lawns.

• Addresses with an even ending number are allowed to water their lawns on Thursday and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m.
• Addresses with an odd ending number are allowed to water their lawns on Wednesday and Saturday before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m.
• Addresses that do not end in a number are allowed to water their lawns on Tuesday and Friday before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m.

After 30 days have passed, residents are allowed to water their lawns three days out of the week.

For addresses ending with a number, Tuesday will be added to the permittable schedule. Addresses without a number are allowed to water lawns on Monday, Tuesday and Friday.

• RELATED: Water shortage declared in portions of Cape Coral and unincorporated portions of Lee County

The allotted times will remain the same.

Charlotte County Utilities suggested some methods to conserve water, which includes the following:

• Check for broken pipes and sprinkler heads.
• Watch the weather and wait for water.
• Appliances that use water should be used at maximum capacity (Dishwashers, washing machines)
• Water lawns only when necessary
• Turn off the water while brushing your teeth
• Use a dish tub to wash dishes then quickly rinse.