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Residents urged to limit water use in Chicago area during storms
NBC 5 Chicago • • nation
Key Points:
- Residents of the Chicago area were urged to limit water use on Saturday due to expected multiple waves of showers and thunderstorms.
- The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago requested reduced water consumption to protect water quality and prevent flooding.
- Suggested water-saving measures include delaying showers and baths, flushing toilets less frequently, and postponing dishwasher or washing machine use.
- MWRD President Kari K. Steele emphasized that staff are managing billions of gallons of water through reclamation plants and the Tunnel and Reservoir Plan to mitigate flooding and protect the water environment.
- Conservation efforts by residents help create more capacity in the water management systems during heavy rain events.
