Water-Saving Tips
originally published October 10, 2007
- Wash fruits and vegetables in a basin or a partly-filled sink, not under running water.
- Install an ultra-low flow toilet if you don’t have one. They use 1.6 gallons per flush, instead of 3.5 to seven gallons per flush like pre-1992 toilets.
- Do not use running water to thaw meat or other frozen foods. Defrost food overnight in the refrigerator or use the defrost setting on your microwave.
- Consider installing an instant water heater on your sinks so you don’t have to let the water run while it heats up. This will reduce water heating costs for your household.
- Soak pots and pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean.
These water-saving tips are brought to you by Flagpole and the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County. For more tips on how to save water, visit www.athensclarkecounty.com.
This Week’s Reservoir Update
Bear Creek Reservoir is 13.8 feet below full pool. The precipitation deficit for Athens this year (through Oct. 3) is approximately 15.8 inches.
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