Inishowen urged not to wash cars 17.07.07

It may seem an odd request given the rainfall levels but Donegal County Council is asking people to save water.
The local authority issued its water conservation message along with a plea for people to check for faulty plumbing and not to wash their cars, or water plants and gardens with hosepipes. "As consumers of water you are urged to play a part in conserving this precious resource. Water conservation is the

business of everyone," said a spokesperson. The following simple steps can help householders reduce their water consumption significantly:

Check for faulty plumbing - dripping taps or running cisterns can account for considerable losses. Check outside taps, field connections, drinking troughs, etc. on a regular basis and repair any faults and leaks immediately. Don't leave taps running at home, at work or in fields. Turn off all unnecessary cisterns, particularly in schools and toilet blocks and replace with water efficient devices. Ensure water pressures and flows are set at minimum required settings. Replace worn out or broken equipment with systems that use water efficiently.

Meanwhile, the Council urged people to refrain from washing their cars or watering their gardens with hosepipes. "Consider collecting rainwater for washing cars and watering plants/gardens. Rainwater is excellent for your garden. Collect it in a water butt fed from your gutters but always make sure to securely cover large containers for safety. "Talk to your local garden centre they will be able to advise you about modern safe water collection systems."

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