City of Las Vegas residents asked to restrict water usage

City of Las Vegas residents asked to restrict water usage

LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – The city of Las Vegas, New Mexico is asking residents who utilize city water to restrict water usage immediately.


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The city says any water usage should be for essential needs only which includes, consumption, personal hygiene, medical needs and meal preparation. Toilets should only be flushed when necessary and shower times should be limited. The city is encouraging residents to strictly limit the use of dishwashers, washing machines and other high water usage appliances. Residents are asked not to fill up bathtubs or large containers with water.

Water distribution will take place daily at Robertson High School from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is a limit of two cases of water per household. Water will be issued on a first come, first served basis.