BWD prompts wise use of water supply for hygiene and sanitation purposes

March 16, 2020 Community Billboard

The Baguio Water District encourages consumers to sternly observe water conservation efforts as the necessity of water is seen to rise due to the local threat brought about by the COVID-19.
The City’s lone water utility highlights the importance of using water in hygiene and sanitation thus, consumers are encouraged to use their supply wisely during this dry season.
“We encourage everyone to double their efforts in conserving water during these times. The dry season has already hit us early causing our underground sources to already drop below the normal level and now this threat of the corona virus, water is very essential to keep ourselves and our surroundings clean.” Royeca said.
Apart from using alcohol or hand sanitizers, Royeca said a lot more people are keen on washing their hands with soap and water thus, sufficient supply should be readily available in every household or establishment when needed.
“As every one of us contribute and exert efforts to contain the spread of the virus, most of us will be very conscious with our own hygiene. The majority will be washing their hands more often and that will definitely increase the demand for water.” Royeca added.
The BWD frontman added that consumers should consider limiting the use of clean potable water when taking a bath or cleaning their surroundings and avoid wastage of water.
Despite the reminder, Royeca assured that the District can satisfy the water demand of its consumers until the end of the dry season.
With around 44,154 active connections as of February 2020 in Baguio City and parts of Tuba and Itogon, Benguet, the BWD’s top official said contingency plans are laid out annually to ensure the equitable distribution of available supply.
“Plans for BWD’s summer operations are always prearranged to prepare for the annual artificial increase in demand, and we are confident that we will be able to fulfill our mandate.” Royeca closed.
The GM reminded the residents of Baguio to observe water conservation practices including the use of bucket and dipper when taking a bath; using a tumbler or glass when brushing teeth; using washing machines with full loads only and the use of basin to avoid over flow of water; recycling of laundry water for flushing toilets, cleaning of bathrooms or washing cars; and the practice of rainwater harvesting if possible, among others.
Royeca also prompted consumers to immediately report visible leaking pipes and other water supply concerns to BWD’s 24/7 hotline numbers, (074) 442-3218, 442-4929, 09098651504, 09176794929, 09228409765, send email to [email protected] or visit the BWD Main Office at 003 Utility Road, Brgy. Marcoville.
 
BWD/Mark Victor Pasagoy