Pennsylvania American Water asks customers to conserve water
FRACKVILLE – Water customers in the Frackville area are being asked to voluntarily reduce water use as the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) says the area is in a drought watch.
Pennsylvania American Water made the request Wednesday for 17 counties across the Commonwealth, including Schuylkill County.
The Mechanicsburg-based utility serves the Frackville area.
“We’re asking our customers in affected areas to observe the DEP’s request and be mindful of their nonessential water use during this drought watch,” said Brandy Braun, director of water quality and environmental compliance for Pennsylvania American Water. “Our sources of supply are currently adequate to meet the needs of our customers, but we want to prepare for the potential for more severe conditions that could lead to stricter conservation measures in the future.”
Pennsylvania American Water offers multiple water conservation resources in the Wise Water Use section of its website.
Below are tips for conserving water inside and outside the home:
- Run dishwashers and clothes washers only when they are full. If you have a water-saver cycle, use it.
- Regularly check your toilet, faucets, and pipes for leaks with our free leak detection kits. If you find a leak, have it fixed as soon as possible.
- Install water-saving showerheads, toilets and faucet aerators.
- Consider water and energy-efficient appliances. Products and services that have earned the WaterSense label have been certified to be at least 20% more efficient while maintaining performance.
- Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth or washing dishes in the sink.
- Water your lawn only when it needs it. When you do, water in the early morning or evening to reduce evaporation.
- Use a broom instead of a hose to clean your sidewalk, driveway or patio.
- Set up a rain barrel to be ready to repurpose rain when it does fall. For information, see this Penn State Extension guide.
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