Water crisis now a disaster

The City has now declared the current drought as a local disaster.

This emphasises the seriousness of the water situation in the Cape.

While not everyone agrees with her, our Mayor has some sensible words: "We may not have control over the weather, but we do have control over our use of potable water for non-essential uses. Our actions can change the scenario."

She is right. What is easy to do?

Fix leaks, take short showers, use your grey water Observatory to water the garden; stick to the water regulations. Don't use water except for absolute need. Every drop counts.

Wise water use is also a culture. Good habits like healthy lifestyles must be cultivated.