If it is determined by the Township Council that an emergency
exists in the potable water supply resources of the Township water
supply system, and if it is determined that it is necessary to protect
the health, safety and general welfare of the citizens and inhabitants
of the Township, the Township Council may, by resolution, declare
a water emergency, and the provisions of this article shall thereupon
take effect immediately.
The Township Clerk shall also forthwith give notice of the emergency
resolution to the various departments of the Township to refrain from
street and gutter flushing, hydrant flushing, fire hose testing and
other similar practices, except to the extent that such practices
are deemed necessary in the interest of public health or safety and
until such emergency is declared to be terminated.
During the continuance of a water emergency, all consumers,
occupants or owners of buildings who receive water from the Township
water supply system shall eliminate all known water leaks in their
building plumbing systems and shall use all reasonable means to maintain
the same free from leaks. If, following tests and inspections by the
Department, leaks in a building plumbing system are reported to building
occupants, such leaks shall be eliminated by the consumer, occupant
or building owner within 36 hours after the sending of such report.
During the continuance of a water emergency, no water from the
Township water supply system shall be used for lawns, gardens, shrubbery
or other sprinkling, spraying or watering or for car washing or other
similar outside or outdoor uses.