WASCO Implements Water Rationing In The South

The Water and Sewerage Company Inc. (WASCO) has announced a water rationing initiative for the South of the Island as part of the utility’s scarcity management plan. In a Monday release, WASCO explained that the exercise will temporarily distribute water at selected points until system water levels increase. According to the company, the following systems will experience interruptions during the southern valving exercise: Desruisseaux, Belle Vue, Toucousson, Upper Saltibus, Lower Saltibus, and Patience.  Valving has commenced in the following communities: Praslin Mamiku Mon Repos Village Coolie Town St Marie Road  Patience La Pointe Malgretoute  Lombard Last month, WASCO declared a concerning reduction in water levels at various abstraction points islandwide due to the ongoing dry conditions affecting Saint Lucia. The company has stressed the need for its customers to reduce water wastage and use water-saving measures where possible.  To assist customers in water storage and conservation, WASCO launched a water tank promotion that will last until July 31, 2024. It offers storage tanks ranging from 132 US gallons to 1,000 US gallons. WASCO has invited customers to visit the company’s customer service department to apply for the tanks.  The utility said a convenient payment plan is available for applicants who...