Water conservation, unemployment cases encouraged for Las Vegas residents
LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – Flooding this summer impacted the City of Las Vegas’ ability to treat water.
On June 21, rain caused ash and debris to enter the reservoir, which delayed water processing. Water restrictions are in place in Las Vegas, and residents are being asked to conserve as much as they can.
To help preserve water, Storrie Lake State Park will have its water turned off. It’s unknown when the water will be turned back on. Dry camping is still available.
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“This is a public health emergency. By turning the water system off at Storrie Lake, we can take some of the burden off the compromised water system for the City of Las Vegas,” said Toby Velasquez. “The wildfires impacted all of us and we can expect that this could likely happen again during monsoon season. We are all neighbors, and it’s our responsibility to do our part to support the community in any way we can.”
The City of Las Vegas has been handing out sandbags and water after the flooding. The demand has been so high, and they are regularly running out of supplies.
Water distribution sites are located at Rodriguez Park and Robertson High School gym parking lot. To learn about operating hours, click here.
The city announced Friday night it easing restrictions on non-essential businesses which are allowed to reopen. Car washes and laundromats will remain closed. Restaurants are asked to use paper plates, cups, and plastic and water should be served only by request. The city is encouraging the use of bottled water and asking people to conserve water as much as possible.
Additionally, on Friday, June 28, the City of Santa Fe said they will be providing water to Las Vegas with the Buckman Direct Diversion. Tankers will be delivered to the Las Vegas Water Treatment Facility. It’ll be treated, stored, and distributed throughout the area.
If community members find themselves out of work because of the flooding, the Department of Workforce Solutions is asking them to apply for benefits.
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