Water restrictions for Auckland

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Water restrictions have begun for those living in Auckland.

New Zealand’s largest city is currently experienceing one of their worst droughts.

Auckland city’s dams currently sit at levels not seen in almost 30 years.

One dam, in the Waitakere Ranges, is just 27 per cent full. The boat ramp, usually used to access the lake, doesn’t get close to the water surface. It hasn’t been this empty since 1994.

Auckland has had just 35 per cent of its normal rainfall this year which is the reason for the low levels.

The new by-law in Auckland means sprinklers, water blasters and car washes are all banned. All outdoor hoses are banned.

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Shem Banbury - Kiwi Kids News Editor

Shem Banbury is the Editor of Kiwi Kids News and is the Deputy Principal at Mount Maunganui Intermediate. In his spare time, he likes to train and compete in triathlons, play cricket and spend time with his family.

5 Responses

cool man says:

May 21, 2020 at 12:43 pm

Wow this looks serious
Cricket Lova says:

May 25, 2020 at 12:14 pm

Very concerned for the Aucklanders but also surprised after we had a huge rainfall down in Whanganui.
adwaidh raja says:

June 2, 2020 at 10:40 am

i live in auckland what if we lose all water
Emanuel says:

June 3, 2020 at 11:53 am

I think it should rain more
Person says:

September 16, 2020 at 4:39 pm

I feel sorry for Aucklanders