Despite some May Day snowfall, no one can deny that it was a very dry winter this year. According to a City of Santa Fe press release last month, "Average precipitation for Santa Fe this time of year is 3.03 inches; as of now we have only received 0.59 inches of precipitation or 19.5% of average precipitation."While water conservation efforts have resulted in a 42% decrease in water use from 1995 to 2009, it's time to care for our water even more. The National Weather Service, U.S. Drought Monitor reports that almost all of the Southwest, including New Mexico, is in severe to extreme drought conditions.
Warmer weather means more time in yards and gardens, and the City is asking you to water your plants just twice a week in May. There are many other ways to conserve water, both in and outside the home. For information on incentive programs and ways to conserve water visit the City's Water Conservation Office website.
Image: 2004 Children's Water Conservation Poster Contest Grand Prize Winner.
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