(BIVN) – A Water Conservation Notice has been issued for an area of South Kona, after the magnitude 6.0 earthquake on May 22 damaged a water tank.
The Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply says customers in the affected areas must reduce water usage by at least 10%, in order to maintain adequate water storage while DWS performs emergency repairs to the damaged tank.
The affected areas include Honalo, Kainaliu, Keʻei, Kealakekua, Nāpo‘opo‘o, Hōnaunau, and Ho‘okena.
Water Supply officials say customers can help to conserve water if they:
- Wash only full loads of laundry and dishes
- Check faucets and pipes for leaks
- Do not let water run when washing hands, shaving, or brushing teeth
- Reduce showering times
All affected water customers should limit water use for dust control and irrigation.
