Mandatory water restrictions are effective immediately for areas in Dartmouth, Cole Harbour, North Preston and Eastern Passage as Halifax Water urges people to conserve water.

Earlier this week, a spokesperson for the utility said the Pockwock and Lake Major reservoirs are almost a metre below normal levels after months of dry weather.

As of Wednesday, residents served by the Lake Major water supply are being asked to stop watering lawns, filling pools or washing their vehicles. The utility is also asking residents in these areas to consider shortening their showers and turning the tap off when brushing teeth or shaving.

As well, Halifax Water says it will also stop operating its bulk filling stations at Lake Major.

The utility implemented voluntary water conservation restrictions o

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