@ConserveH2Org

Providing leadership in the planning, management, stewardship, and resiliency of drinking water in the Portland metro region.

 Portland Metro Region, Oregon
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Extreme heat, wildfires, and other emergencies happen. The good news is there’s a lot you can do to prepare for and stay informed about events like these. Start today: publicalerts.org/get-ready
Disasters happen. Be prepared. Get alerts. PublicAlerts.org

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Fall is great time to think about redesigning your yard. Check out this video to get ideas on how to turn a lawn into a naturescaped haven: youtube.com/watch?v=nKEOG5AW…
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Do you have two minutes to learn how to save up to 700 gallons of water each year? Learn how to install a bathroom faucet aerator, then sit back, and let the water savings flow: regionalH2O.org/faucet
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It’s time to stop watering and start winterizing your irrigation system for upcoming colder weather (don’t let the temperature today fool you!). Get fall winterization tips at bit.ly/winterize-at-home Your final Weekly Watering Number of the 2026 season is 0".
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Ready to shut your watering system down for the season? Check regionalH2O.org/WWN to find out what to do this fall to keep your irrigation system in good shape for next summer.
Get your Weekly Watering Number at regionalH2O.org

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The end of the watering season is almost here, and for folks in the Clackamas area, it's already done. Start winding down your watering to only focus on new plantings and potted plants. Get your WWN at regionalH2O.org/WWN
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Fall officially began yesterday, which means it’s time to get ready for the rainy season. Follow these tips to maintain your home and keep our waterways clean before the wet weather really sets in: youtube.com/watch?v=lBfxftQQ…
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As the days get cooler and shorter, the amount you need to water your lawn will continue to decrease. While this week looks warm and dry, low overnight temperatures, decreased wind, and other seasonal factors will keep your number low. Get your WWN at regionalH2O.org/WWN
Get your Weekly Watering Number at regionalH2O.org

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Water is the key ingredient in keeping your landscape healthy, and it’s also the key ingredient in preparing for emergencies. September is National Preparedness Month, and while you’re winding down your watering, start building your emergency water supply: bit.ly/14-gallons
Your emergency water: 1/4 for cooking, 1/4 for hygiene, and 1/2 for drinking

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Long-term forecasts predict a rainy September, and this week is living up to the prediction. It’s going to be a mild, cool weekend with a chance of showers to end August and start September. Find out how much to water this week with your WWN: regionalH2O.org/WWN
Get your weekly watering number at regionalH2O.org

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This #NationalToiletPaperDay (yes, it’s real!) remember to only flush the 3 Ps down the toilet: Pee, Poo, and (toilet) Paper. Learn more ways to protect our region’s water with 10 tips: bit.ly/10-tips-sourceh2o #WipesClogPipes
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Conditions will remain warm and dry through the end of the month, but long-term weather models hint at a wet September. As we head into the transition period between late summer and fall, be sure to check the weather before you water. Get your WWN at regionalH2O.org/WWN
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Emergencies can be scary, so it’s important to talk with your kids about what to do before a disaster. Add a copy of your emergency contacts in your child’s backpack before the new school year and remind them how and when to call your emergency numbers. #YouthPrep #ReadyKids
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Today is #NationalBackflowPreventionDay, a day to recognize the role of backflow prevention assemblies in keeping our drinking water safe from contaminants. Learn more about backflow and getting your backflow prevention assembly tested at regionalH2O.org/backflow
Illustrated diagram of a backflow prevention assembly showing how water can only move one direction, keeping contaminants out of drinking water

ALT Illustrated diagram of a backflow prevention assembly showing how water can only move one direction, keeping contaminants out of drinking water

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This week is looking mainly dry with milder temperatures. The continued influx of marine air combining with August heat may mean some scattered showers across the region, but don’t count on afternoon rain pop-ups to do all of your watering. Get your WWN: regionalH2O.org/WWN
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Summer heat got you (or your garden) down? Get tips to keep your plants hydrated while saving water at bit.ly/watering-wise And remember to keep yourself hydrated with H2O too!
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Everyone benefits from being prepared for emergencies. Start (or continue) your preparedness journey by visiting PublicAlerts.org/ to get hyperlocal preparedness info for the Portland-Vancouver metro area and sign up for emergency alerts. #PublicAlerts
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If you’re planning to do some work on your car while the weather is warm, be sure to catch all fluids like oil and coolant in a drip tray. Remember: if it’s on the street, it can end up in our waterways. Help keep our waterways healthy with these tips: kptv.com/water.
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You will need to water deeply this week to replace soil moisture lost to high heat and low humidity. We can expect some cooling across the region through next week, but it’ll still feel like summer. Get your Weekly Watering Number: regionalH2O.org/WWN #SmartIrrigationMonth
Water smart with the Weekly Watering Number! #SmartIrrigationMonth

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Do you have two minutes to learn how to save up to 700 gallons of water this year? Learn how to install a bathroom faucet aerator, then sit back, and let the water savings flow: bit.ly/bath-aerator
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