shutdown of treatment plant will cause extremely limit water supply for six days in Antelope Valley area

                           

Los Angeles County's

Waterworks Districts

                                                                                                                      

 

 Contact: Melinda Barrett

Public Relations Manager

(626) 300-3362

 

 

                                                  MEDIA  ALERT

 

WHO: Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 40, Antelope Valley

 

WHAT:   Extremely Limited Water Supplies December 7 – December 13

 

WHERE: Los Angeles County Waterworks District 40 customers in Lancaster and West Palmdale, Lake Los Angeles, and Acton.

 

WHEN: From 6:00 a.m. Sunday, December 7 to 6:00 a.m. Saturday, December 13.

 

WHY: Planned upgrade and expansion work at the Quartz Hill Water Treatment Plant will require a complete shutdown for six days, reducing water supplies by 60%.  All customers will need to minimize use of water to avoid potential water shortages.   Up to 80% of water is used outdoors so cutting back is crucial.

 

TIPS:

·         Avoid watering your lawn; if needed, don’t water between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.

·         Repair broken sprinkler heads and adjust them to avoid spraying sidewalks.

·         Fix any plumbing leaks and do not wash your car or hose leaves and grass clippings.

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