San Antonio was blessed this year with a wetter than-usual spring. The result was greener grass and brighter blooms than we’ve seen in ages. So that means the drought is over, right? WRONG! It will take a lot more than one rainy season to make up for six years of drought. Aquifer and lake levels… Continue Reading Summer’s here! So when do I water and how much?
Even with a few cooler days and occasional spring showers, San Antonio is still very much in drought. Edwards Aquifer levels remain lower than normal, which means we all need to stay mindful of how we’re using water day to day — especially since Stage 3 watering rules are still in effect. Outdoor watering is… Continue Reading Stage 3 rules remain as irrigation season begins
Recent dramatic (and sadly deadly) rain events remain fresh in our minds. So it seems odd to many that despite being inundated with rainfall, we are still solidly in drought — and Stage 3 watering rules. A little more than half the water our community uses comes from the Edwards Aquifer. This vast underground system… Continue Reading Drought persists despite recent downpours
While surprise rains generated some green around San Antonio, they did not bring us out of drought. It will take many more steady rainfalls to overcome the last five years of less-than-adequate rain. Meanwhile, Stage 3 watering rules remain in effect. This means it’s still important to water only on your assigned day (based on… Continue Reading We’re still in drought — and Stage 3 watering rules
Six years into a record-breaking drought and counting, San Antonians know their well-practiced, water-wise routines by heart: following once-a-week watering rules, getting rid of some grass (to prep for drought-hearty planting later) and being mindful of leaks. To these water-savvy citizens we offer a heartfelt thank you. Our landscapes may look a little crispy, but… Continue Reading Working together for a water-secure San Antonio
Skip the drought drama. Get rewarded. San Antonio Water System is helping you save water and money — just by pausing your planting until fall. Why now? Central Texas is still in a serious drought. Taking a break from the heat gives your landscape a rest and helps conserve our water supply. You could earn… Continue Reading Get up to $600 to hit ‘pause’ on planting this summer
From individual yards to whole neighborhood landscapes, the drought is affecting everyone. That’s why SAWS wants to work with homeowner and neighborhood associations to promote balanced, beautiful landscaping options that will help get us through the challenging summer season. SAWS is hosting five meetings for neighborhood associations to talk about drought and home landscapes —… Continue Reading Homeowner and neighborhood associations: SAWS wants to work with you!
Spring has sprung, though it’s a little hard to believe — partly because our plants look just OK, not great. But mostly because we haven’t had any meaningful rain in quite some time. The sad truth is we are still in drought. In fact, this is our sixth dry spring in a row — and… Continue Reading Years-long drought not expected to depart anytime soon
If this autumn seems dryer than most, it’s not your imagination. September and October are typically among San Antonio’s rainiest months. But not this year. In fact, this fall has been one of the driest and warmest our region has endured since the turn of the 21st century. There’s a misconception that because summer is… Continue Reading Drought not departing anytime soon
Under the new watering rules ordinance, which was approved last week by City Council, all San Antonio Water System customers are now under newly established Stage 3 watering rules. SAWS customers had been in Stage 2 watering rules for two years. San Antonio has been in drought restrictions for much of the last five years.… Continue Reading SAWS Customers Enter Stage 3 Watering Rules
