The Hunter's water storage levels have reached a thirteen-year low of 67% capacity, edging closer to the 60% capacity at which level one water restrictions will be enforced.
According to predictions from Hunter Water, level one restrictions will apply within the next six months if the region receives average rainfall.
Hunter Water's Lauren Eyles said it's important to keep conserving water as best we can.
"If low rainfall conditions continue, we could reach level one water restrictions in mid to late September," said Ms Eyles.
Under level one restrictions, households and businesses cannot use sprinklers at any time, except for the limited irrigation of sports ovals.
The Hunter's water levels drop faster than most other major Australian urban centres during hot, dry periods as we have high evaporation rates and shallow water storages.
Lauren Eyles said there's a lot Hunter residents can do to conserve water.
"Little things make a big difference,"
"Simple things like having a shorter shower, only watering the garden with a trigger nozzle, and waiting until you have a full load before you use the washing machine or dishwasher."
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