Officials in Hamilton declared a mandatory water ban, effective June 25.
For three consecutive days, the Ipswich River fell below levels necessary to protect stream flow for aquatic life and to ensure a sustainable drinking water supply.
All outside mechanical watering is prohibited. Hand held watering only between the hours of 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. These restrictions require that residents limit all non-essential water use.
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