Fines of up to 6,000 euros in Málaga for citizens who do not comply with new water restrictions: these are the new drought restrictions. The aim of these changes is to facilitate access to essential resources and to adapt to the changing environment.
Malaga City Council has announced important changes to its water conservation measures, following the improvement in the hydrological situation after last autumn’s rains. These changes are intended to facilitate access to essential resources and to adapt to the changing environment, according to a notice published on the City Council’s website at the end of January.
The 329 drinking fountains scattered throughout the city have been authorised to be gradually reopened, and emergency watering of public and private green areas will be allowed, limited to one day a week. The use of low-consumption pressure washers for street cleaning and exemptions for filling swimming pools will also be allowed to ensure responsible consumption.
Restrictions remain
The new ban maintains on the use of water for non-essential purposes, such as washing cars or watering aesthetic gardens, but allows the initial filling of swimming pools in new constructions and renovations, as well as the operation of showers in sports centres. In order to ensure compliance, the local police will carry out surveillance tasks, and sanctions of up to 6,000 euros will be imposed in case of non-compliance. The City Council emphasises the importance of responsible behaviour and solidarity in order to promote the rational use of water.
Detailed information on the drought situation, the state of the reservoirs and advice on how to save water can be found on the website of the municipal water company (Emasa). Citizens can consult this resource to keep abreast of recommendations and changes in measures.
Source: El Confidencial (Spanish)
