During the first quarter of 2014, river levels are expected to decline, which could affect the water supply in the region.

According to the forecasts delivered by the Institute of Hydrology, Meteorology and Environmental Studies –Ideas- The dry season in the country will extend until March 2014

For the above, Regional Autonomous Corporation of La Guajira, calls on all inhabitants and companies of the peninsula, because of the possible decline in river levels, which greatly affect water supply in the region.

The Corporation, urges the different actors, including water supply sector, health, productive, agricultural and forestry; to that already implement preventive and care measures, with the aim of protecting the water resource and addressing different situations that may arise at this time of year, which will be marked by drought and high temperatures.

The highest environmental authority of the department, Guajiro invites all to implement the following recommendations:

– I make efficient and rational use of water.

– Turn off the faucet while brushing your teeth and wash your hands.

– Take shorter showers and turn off the water while soaping and shampooing apply.

– Use the washing machine with a full load, Do not wash single items, spends more each load 200 liters.

– When washing dishes soak and lather it all at once, leaving open key. Open to the final rinse only.

– Rinse and clean your razor in a bowl. Do not do it directly from the tap!

– Do not use tap water to haul waste shells or different drainage, channels the pipes.