Current Low Water Status: Normal
Conservation Halton Low Water Terminology
Conservation Halton, in partnership with the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry, assists in the co-ordination and support of local response in the event of a drought. We monitor local water level and precipitation closely and work with local water users to reduce demand and mitigate effects of water shortages, encouraging voluntary water conservation measures. Consisting of representatives from the Province, Municipalities, Conservation Authorities, local water users and interest groups, a Water Response Team is coordinated by Conservation Halton in its watershed.
Normal: Conditions are within normal limits.
Level I Low Water Condition: This level is primarily a warning based on early indication of potential water supply problems. As a result, the focus is on voluntary conservation of water.
Level II Low Water Condition: This level indicates a potentially serious problem. As a result, the conservation of water is extended to restrictions on non-essential uses.
Level III Low Water Condition: This level indicates a failure of the water supply to meet demand. As a result, the focus is on conservation, regulation and enforcement of non-essential uses.
Essential Uses consist of water uses which deal with human life and health; a reasonable supply of water for drinking and sanitation, health care and public institutions (wastewater treatment, fire protection, schools and power generation) as well as water required for basic ecological functions
Important Uses consist of uses important for social and economic well being and would include activities critical to industry, commercial operations and agriculture
Non Essential Uses consist of uses which can be interrupted for a short period without significant impact and would include private swimming pools, lawn watering, public and private fountains and vehicle washing
Additional Resources
- MNRF Low Water Response Guidelines
- OMAFRA Low Water Management
- Canadian Drought monitor
- North American Drought Monitor
جهات الاتصال:
جلين فارمر
مدير التنبؤ بالفيضانات والعمليات
الجوال: 647-458-1046
البريد الإلكتروني: gfarmer@hrca.on.ca
Shelly Datseris
Manager, Communications and Marketing
Mobile: 905-208-0030
sdatseris@hrca.on.ca