Water Supply Outlook

#TipOfTheWeek
Install a drip irrigation system for efficient and targeted watering. We have another sunny and warm week ahead of us, with highs in the low 90s or high 80s through the week, but temps are predicted to drop going into the weekend. It`s time to cut way back on your watering, and get ready to turn off your irrigation system completely for the season. For more tips, as well as weekly sprinkler run times based on the local weather forecast, go to medfordwater.org/infoline.

Besides working with our many partners every day to manage stewardship of our water sources, we also get to do even more fun things to help spread the word about protecting these valuable resources! Learn more about our Source Water Protection Plan at: medfordwater.org/swp.
#SourceWaterProtectionWeek

It`s the last day of #nationalpreparednessmonth; do you know your water needs? For a 2 week supply, start with 1 gallon per person per day for drinking, cooking, and hygiene. You may need more than that if your family includes people with special needs or pets. medfordwater.org/2weeksready

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Consider aerating your lawn yearly, generally in the fall or spring. It reduces soil compaction, increases air exchange, and allows water to infiltrate more quickly into the soil.

For more tips, as well as weekly sprinkler run times based on the local weather forecast, go to medfordwater.org/infoline.
#waterefficiency
#waterconservation
#waterresources

It`s Source Water Protection Week! Keeping rivers and lakes free from pollution makes it easier and less expensive to keep drinking water safe and healthy.
Do you know where your water comes from? Learn more at: medfordwater.org/swp.
#ProtectTheSource #SourceWaterProtectionWeek

Our 5th Annual Calendar Contest is underway! This program helps 4th graders in the Medford School District and White City to understand how they use water in their everyday lives and how important it is to use it efficiently. Following a fun presentation from our staff, students create an illustration, and the top 12 are selected to be published in our free calendar.

Would your Medford School District or White City class like to participate? Contact us at conserve@medfordwater.org or (541) 774-2438. More info at medfordwater.org/calendarcon.

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Check your soil moisture regularly to gauge accurate hydration levels and help you apply only the water your landscape needs. Fairly inexpensive and simple moisture meters are available at local home improvement or garden stores, and we even have some for free in our office while supplies last! For more tips, as well as weekly sprinkler run times based on the local weather forecast, go to medfordwater.org/infoline.

It`s expected to be warm and partly cloudy the rest of the week, but to avoid wasting water all year long, train your grass to be drought-tolerant by gradually reducing your watering frequency. For more tips AND sprinkler run times based on the local weekly weather forecast, go to medfordwater.org/infoline.

Are you 2 Weeks Ready? This National Preparedness Month, take time to review your emergency plans and supplies. Experts recommend being 2 Weeks Ready, which means having enough water, food, and supplies to survive for at least 2 weeks following a disaster. Go to medfordwater.org/2weeksready for additional resources.

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#Be2WeeksReadyOregon
#2weeksready

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Concrete doesn`t need water! 💧 Adjust your sprinkler heads to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways. For more tips, as well as weekly sprinkler run times based on the local weather forecast, go to medfordwater.org/infoline.