Camino Real Regional Utility Authority temporarily bans outdoor water use in Sunland Park and Santa Teresa, NM, due to low water levels, until May 8.

Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA) has temporarily prohibited outdoor water use in Sunland Park and Santa Teresa, New Mexico due to extremely low water levels caused by high water use and two offline wells under repair. The prohibition, not an emergency declaration, lasts until Wednesday, May 8, and aims to ensure fire officials have necessary water reserves for fire suppression. Residents are prohibited from using outdoor water for irrigation, car washing, and construction.

May 02, 2024
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