Drought
Updated April 19, 2024
The Calgary region and southern Alberta remain in a drought. We’ve implemented a Water Reductions Advisory asking Calgarians to reduce their water use and make every drop count.
What we’re seeing
- Natural river flows are normal to slightly below normal for April.
- Reservoir storage in the Bow watersheds upstream from Calgary and at the Glenmore Reservoir is above the normal range for April.
- Mountain snowpack has improved, but has not fully recovered.
- Snowfall over the last 1-3 months has helped, but precipitation over the past year remains below average.
We’re currently monitoring how quickly the mountain snowpack melts and the amount of spring rains our region receives to inform upcoming water restrictions later this season. We will keep Calgarians informed as conditions evolve.
Current drought conditions
How you can help conserve water at home
In your yard
Prepare your yard for dry conditions and make it as water efficient as possible.
Around the house
Every time you use water inside the home there’s an opportunity to conserve water.
At your business
By reducing your water use, not only are you demonstrating leadership and saving water, but it also helps businesses reduce energy and maintenance costs.
Each business is different, and you know your business best. Here are a few resources to help you get started.
Review your water use
Identify areas of your business where water consumption is highest to see if there are potential water saving opportunities.
Identify potential water-saving opportunities
- Check your plumbing system for leaks.
- Consider installing water-efficient fixtures and equipment.
- Remind your staff about using water wisely.
- Report dripping taps and running toilets to your building manager.
- Keep post-workout and after-travel showers to five minutes.
- Scrape dishes instead of rinsing them.
- Only run the dishwasher when full.
More information
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Understand how and when you can use water outdoors if restrictions are declared.
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Learn how we’re preparing and responding to this year’s drought.
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Find out what steps we’re taking across our City operations to make every drop count.
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Learn about this City-certified program for highly water efficient irrigation systems.
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How we’re building a city that can better withstand and recovers from long periods of dry weather.
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Information about drought, conditions across the province and actions undertaken by Alberta's government.