Households urged to secure backup water ahead of fire season

AS the height of the summer fire season approaches, Central Highlands Water staff are asking the community to plan ahead to ensure they have an adequate water supply.

Customers in a bushfire-prone area should make sure they can access an alternative water supply, as during emergencies and power outages water supply and pressure cannot be guaranteed.

Central Highlands Water works to plan for fire, flood and other emergencies, and collaborates with fire agencies, local government and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action.

“Our priority is the safety of our customers and communities,” Central Highlands Water managing director Jeff Haydon said.

“While we work hard to prepare our infrastructure for emergency events, we strongly encourage everyone to have their own bushfire plan that includes securing an independent water source.”

More information about preparing a water supply for emergencies can be found on the Central Highlands Water and Fire Rescue Victoria websites.

Customers are also asked to follow permanent water saving rules such as using a bucket or handheld hose fitted with a trigger nozzle when washing a car, using watering systems only between 6pm and 10am, and using recirculated water for water features or fountains.