{"id":66944,"date":"2025-12-01T20:39:09","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T20:39:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/66944\/"},"modified":"2025-12-01T20:39:09","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T20:39:09","slug":"city-of-st-petersburg-urges-residents-to-conserve-water-amid-drought-alert","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/66944\/","title":{"rendered":"City of St. Petersburg urges residents to conserve water amid drought alert"},"content":{"rendered":"

ST. PETE, Fla. \u2014 St. Pete officials are urging residents to conserve water and follow irrigation schedules during a drought alert.<\/p>\n

As of Monday, Dec. 1, the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) has issued a “Phase 1 Water Shortage Order” that includes St. Pete, due to “significantly below-normal rainfall and declining water resource levels.”<\/p>\n

The order applies to “properties using potable, private well or surface water sources for watering,” according to the alert.<\/p>\n

City officials released some lawn and landscape water-use rules for residents, and they are the following:<\/p>\n

Even-numbered addresses may irrigate on Tuesdays and Saturdays between 5-9 a.m. or 7-11 p.m.Odd-numbered addresses may irrigate on Wednesdays and Sundays between 5-9 a.m. or 7-11 p.m.Hand watering of non-lawn landscape is allowed any day, at any time, if needed.Hand watering of lawns must follow designated watering days and times.Hand watering and micro-irrigation of plants (other than lawns) can be done on any day at any time.An automatic shutoff device must be installed on any hose and used at all times.<\/p>\n

For residents and businesses outside of the city limits or who do not receive water from St. Pete, they should verify their watering days and restrictions<\/a> with their suppliers. <\/p>\n

For conservation tips, review the following:<\/p>\n

Only use water when necessary – during winter, lawns go dormant and typically require watering only every 10-14 days. Fix broken or misdirected sprinkler heads.Ensure rain sensors work properly.Consider installing a smart irrigation controller – many residents qualify for a free controller or rebates through the Tampa Bay Water Wise program.Additional rebates, including up to $1,000 for shallow wells and up to $200 for high-efficiency toilets, help homeowners reduce both outdoor and indoor use.Take shorter showers.Turn off the water when brushing teeth and shaving.Check for leaks and replace worn toilet flappers.<\/p>\n

Officials remind residents and business owners that “wasteful and unnecessary” water use is prohibited, For more information about water restrictions and water conservation tips, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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