Watering Restrictions Remain in Effect in Lake Forest

The City of Lake Forest is reminding residents to adhere to sprinkling restrictions in light of this week's heatwave, and as a result of a large infiltration of algae that has affected the water plant's total production capacity, according to a village press release.

While the algae does not affect the quality of the water, the city's water plant is having a difficult time meeting irrigation demands of residents, stated Michael Thomas, director of public works.

"We therefore are requesting residents adhere to the annual water restrictions of odd/even watering days based on their address."

The watering/sprinkling restrictions are in effect through Sept. 15.

• Sprinkling is permitted on odd or even days, based on the odd or even last digit of your street address.

• Sprinkling between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. is not permitted.

• Sprinkling may occur on designated days from midnight until 10 a.m. and from 8 p.m. until midnight. For example, if your address is 809 Smith Street, you may water on June 19 from midnight until 10 a.m. and from 8 p.m. until midnight only.

• Make sure your irrigation systems are programmed to comply with these regulations.