Municipal Water Restrictions Extended Due to Drought Status

Due to the ongoing Level 3 drought in the Mississippi watershed, the Municipality has extended water usage restrictions related to water conservation—originally set to end today—until the drought status is lifted.

These restrictions apply to all properties within Almonte Ward. We recognize the inconvenience this may cause, however, responsible water stewardship is more critical than ever.

Outdoor Watering Schedule

• Odd-numbered addresses: Water only on odd calendar days between 5–9 am and 7–11 pm
• Even-numbered addresses: Water only on even calendar days between 5–9 am and 7–11 pm

While the aquifer supplying our municipal wells remains at normal levels for this time of year, all residents including those in rural areas are urged to reduce water consumption by 50% to support regional conservation efforts.

Private well users: Even if you're not connected to the municipal water system, we encourage you to follow conservation practices to help protect our shared resources.

For full details, visit mississippimills.ca/water-restrictions

Water-Saving Tips

• Use rain barrels to collect water for gardens and lawns
• Avoid pressure washing driveways and siding
• Turn off the tap while brushing teeth or shaving
• Opt for showers instead of baths
• Install low-flow showerheads to reduce water use

Fire Risk Advisory

The Municipality remains under a Level 3 burn ban – indicating high risk due to extremely dry conditions. Fires can spread rapidly and unintentionally. If you must burn, ensure you have extinguishing tools on hand, such as:

• Buckets of water
• Sand
• Fire extinguishers