Mayor Jyoti Gondek had good news for Calgarians during a Monday morning update on the feedermain break — their efforts are making a difference.
The mayor says every day, use across the city has trended down.
“We have good news,” she said. “Calgarians, you have been incredible in cutting your water usage.”
Across the city on Sunday, 457 million litres of water was used. Last Wednesday, before the water break, Calgarians used 650 million litres.
“We have had a very significant reduction in water usage,” Gondek added.
Residents continue to use significantly less water than the available supply, which is important if there were to be an emergency.
Gondek continued to say she was incredibly impressed.
Gondek and city chief administrative officer David Duckworth have committed to twice-a-day updates — at 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. — until the issue is resolved.
This comes as the mayor acknowledged poor communication on the issue, vowing the city would do better.
While no exact timeline has been provided for the repair of the break, officials have said it could be as long as a week.
Outdoor watering restrictions remain in effect, as does a fire ban.
Calgarians are also asked to be smart about their indoor water use, including shortening their showers, using the dishwasher and washing machine only when needed and with full loads, and shutting off the tap while brushing your teeth or shaving.
Another update from Gondek and Duckworth is expected Monday afternoon.
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