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20 December 2023, 12:25 PM
Parkes Shire Council wishes to advise that due to the power supply to the Forbes Water Filtration Plant being impacted by the overnight storm, immediate Level 5 Water Restrictions have been implemented for users of the B-Section Pipeline, effective immediately on December 14, 2023.
The water restrictions apply to the villages of Bogan Gate, Trundle, Tullamore, Gunningbland, and rural water users connected to the B- Section pipeline. Residents are advised that water usage is restricted to household domestic use only for at least 48 hours.
Level 5 water restrictions does not permit:
- watering of lawn
- watering of residential gardens
- washing down of walls or paved surfaces
- topping up of swimming pools
- washing cars at home
Level 5 water restrictions do permit:
- Three (3) minute showers, one bath per person per day
- Full loads of washing only
- Use of evaporative air conditioners between 7am - 12 midnight only
- Standpipe for domestic use only
Council appreciates your understanding and will keep the community updated as energy services are restored.
To find and more about water restriction levels, visit: bit.ly/3uZcAry