For Immediate Release
Date: June 23, 2014

As temperatures rise, residents should take note of the permanent outdoor watering restrictions in place for Chatham County. The restrictions are mandated by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division due to salt water intruding into our drinking water supply, the Floridan Aquifer. The permanent restrictions are as follows:
• No watering between 10am and 4pm
Even numbered and un-numbered residents, water only on:
• Monday
• Wednesday
• Saturday
For odd numbered residents, water only on:
• Tuesday
• Thursday
• Sunday
No watering on Friday.

Violation of the City of Savannah’s Water Restrictions Ordinance may subject offenders to fines. To report watering violations, please call 311. If you have any questions or concerns about current water restrictions, please contact the Environmental Affairs Office at (912) 651-6943.