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<\/p>\nAs summer heats up, city leaders assure parents that water play for kids is allowed under Stage 3 water restrictions, emphasizing mindful conservation efforts.<\/p>\n
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas \u2014 With summer temperatures in full swing, many parents are looking for ways to keep kids cool and entertained during summer break.<\/p>\n
Despite concerns over water conservation and news that a potential Level One water emergency has been pushed back into 2027, city leaders say residents are still being asked to remain mindful of water usage.<\/p>\n
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A 3NEWS viewer recently reached out asking whether outdoor water activities for children are still permitted under current Stage 3 water restrictions.<\/p>\n
Those activities include slip-and-slides, sprinklers, water balloons, and kiddie pools and more.<\/p>\n
City Manager Peter Zanoni tells 3NEWS those activities are still allowed.<\/p>\n
“We want our families to have fun. We know temperatures this summer are expected to be a little hotter due to the El Ni\u00f1o impact. We want our hardworking families here to have fun, so a sprinkling device or anything to cool the kids off is certainly permitted.”<\/p>\n
However, officials are still urging conservation efforts, reminding residents to be mindful of water use\u2014such as turning hoses off when not in use and limiting how long they run.<\/p>\n
City leaders say those water activities can be enjoyed in both front and back yards, as long as usage remains responsible.<\/p>\n
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