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Stafford lifts water restrictions Date published: 3/19/2008
After several months of mandatory water cutbacks, Stafford County residents can begin sprinkling their lawns.
County officials lifted the restrictions yesterday, just in time for spring. The Abel Lake and Smith Lake reservoirs are both full. However, the weather forecast remains relatively dry, so Stafford officials are still encouraging residents to make voluntary cutbacks. "We're heading into the summer months so we need to be cautious," said County Administrator Anthony Romanello. County officials suggest residents take part in a watering plan where customers at odd-numbered addresses water on odd-numbered days, and those at even-numbered addresses water on even-numbered days. "Don't turn your sprinklers on every day, but maybe every other day," Romanello said. "Domestic water use is not what's causing us the problems. It's the sprinklers." Romanello last reduced water restrictions on Feb. 19, which allowed for outdoor watering with a 3-gallon or smaller bucket, or with a hose with an automatic shut-off valve. The county plans to launch an awareness program about using water judiciously, according to Stafford spokeswoman Cathy Riddle. Stafford officials will promote water conservation ideas on the county Web site, flyers and other literature. "Water conservation is a good environmental practice," Riddle said.
Kafia Hosh: 540/735-1977
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