Pratt entering Stage 1 of water conservation due to drought

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — The City of Pratt announced it is entering Stage 1 of its Water Conservation Plan.

Stage 1 is voluntary. The city said due to drought conditions, on top of a well failure, it must take steps to prevent loss of drinking water for basic health and safety services.

The City of Pratt shared several ways residents can help limit excessive water usage.

• Only run the dishwasher and washing machine when full
• Turn off the faucet while washing hands, shaving or brushing your teeth
• Avoid washing cars, boats or other outdoor equipment
• Only water lawn or flowers when needed (evening or morning times)
• Avoid recreational toys that require a constant stream of water
• Discontinue water use for non-essential purposes

If you see water leaks, you can report them to the City of Pratt at 620-672-6446, or after-hours at 620-672-3831.

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