Water conservation is encouraged as winter approaches.
Surface and groundwater levels remain well below normal.
According to a recent Canadian Drought Monitor report, over half of the province is in the “extreme drought” category.
Lower than normal rainfall is still a concern.
“Our province continues to experience low rainfall, and, until significant precipitation returns, every drop saved counts,” said LePage. “Community resilience begins with each of us doing our part to conserve water.” Environment and Climate Change Minister Gilles LePage stated. “Every drop saved counts.”
The New Brunswick Water Resource Report for September indicated stream flows were well below the long-term normal for most of the province, and groundwater wells in Miramichi and the Ford Bank area of Five Rivers are at record lows. With no significant precipitation in the immediate forecast, conditions are expected to continue to decline.
The Department of Environment and Local Government suggests the following ways for people to conserve water:
- avoid washing vehicles
- avoid letting water run while brushing teeth
- use washing machines and dishwashers less frequently and with full loads only
- take quick showers to minimize the water used for washing
- consider installing low-flow faucets
- check for leaks in plumbing systems, such as faucets and toilets, and repair as necessary
Updates on water levels are available on the New Brunswick Water Quantity Information website.
