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𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐃𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧

GIS Grenada – In response to the prevailing dry season affecting our island nation, Prime Minister Hon. Dickon Mitchell has taken decisive action by convening a meeting of the National Emergency Advisory Council (NEAC).

The meeting, held earlier today, at NaDMA’s headquarters addressed the urgent need to implement measures to conserve water resources and mitigate the impact of the dry spell on our communities.

Effective Sunday, May 12th, 2024, the National Water and Sewerage Authority (NAWASA) will enforce water restrictions crucial for efficiently managing our water supply during this challenging period, especially with 17 of NAWASA’s water systems currently affected.

𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:

(a) Irrigation and watering of gardens, lawns, and ground;

(b) Washing roadways, pavements, paths, garages, outrooms, or vehicles with the use of hoses

(c) Filling of swimming pools and ponds and;

(d) Any other purpose that, in the opinion of the Authority, requires the use of a considerable or excessive quantity of water.

To enhance coordination and effective communication of these restrictions to the public, a task force was established.

This task force includes representatives from critical sectors such as NAWASA, the Meteorological Office, Agriculture, Health, Education, the RGPF, Social Development, the Business Community, the Grenada Hotel & Tourism Association, the Government Information Service, and NADMA.

Spearheaded by National Disaster Coordinator Dr. Terence Walters, the task force will convene at NADMA’s Headquarters tomorrow, Saturday, May 11th, 2024, to establish parameters for public communication and engagement.

Prime Minister Mitchell emphasises the importance of collective action and responsible water usage during this period.

He urges all citizens and residents to adhere to the water restrictions and adopt water-saving practices in their daily routines.

The Royal Grenada Police Force is mandated to enforce the restrictions. Individuals found violating these measures may face penalties of up to $500.00 in fines and/or imprisonment for up to one month.

The Government of Grenada remains committed to safeguarding the well-being of its communities and addressing the challenges posed by the current dry season.

By working together and implementing proactive measures, we can overcome these challenges and build a more resilient and sustainable future for Grenada.