Essential-Water-Use-Only Request
Request LIFTED for all WSSC Water Customers, Effective 1:20 p.m., Monday, February 2, 2026
What should customers do during an essential-water-use-only request?
- Use water only as necessary – i.e., take shorter showers and quickly turn off faucets from running at full force.
- Limit flushing toilets (do not flush after every use).
- Limit using washing machines and dishwashers.
Limited Indoor Water Use
Take shorter showers | Quickly turn off faucets from running at full force | Limit flushing toilets (do not flush after every use) | Limit using washing machines and dishwashers to full loads only |
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Last Modified: February 2, 2026, 1:59 pm EST