Calgary’s water use climbed over the targeted safe threshold Friday, day five of the city’s water restrictions.
Friday’s data shows Calgarians used a combined 492 million litres on Friday, a slight increase from Thursday’s 487 million litres.
The target set out by city officials to avoid the introduction of city-wide boil water advisories is 450 million litres. Using more than the targeted water amount could mean the reservoirs run dry, according to the city, leading to an extended boil water advisory.
The city says bylaw has received 278 calls since restrictions took effect and teams are actively following up on the calls.
The fine for non-compliance is up to $3,000.
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Restrictions are expected to last until Sept. 23.
The city is expected to provide an update at 2 p.m.