As summer temperature rises, so does the demand for more water to use for various reasons.
However, even as the official summer season has just started, the water level in Angat Dam has already started to drop and this is expected to drop further to levels below its minimum operating level towards mid-summer.
Angat is a vital water source as it supplies over 90 percent of Metro Manila’s potable water needs and irrigates thousands of hectares of farmlands in neighboring provinces. With less water, even our food supply will be adversely affected.
As responsible citizens, we should play our role in conserving this precious but limited resource, especially in the light of the El Nino phenomenon. I'm sure most of us know how to save on water but this would be a good time to be reminded of some tips to achieve this.
1. The very basics is to avoid keeping the water running when you are not directly using it. For instance when brushing your teeth, shaving, watering plants, bathing and shampooing, washing the dishes, vegetables or your vehicle, etc. In these cases, the use of pail, basin, and the old reliable “tabo” are necessary. Basins are helpful to soak away the surface dirt before thorough washing. And why not also consider taking shorter showers?
2. Recycling water should also be practiced at this time. "Greywater" or domestic wastewater comes from collected, recycled water from hand washing, laundry and even shampooing and showering. This can be used to water plants, clean pavements, etc.
3. Flushing the toilet consumes a lot of water so do so only when necessary. Always use grey water and if possible, install dual flush models and displace some of the water in the tank using a water bottle filled with stones.
4. Also, check faucets and pipes for possible leaks.
With M Lhuillier, you can pay your bills conveniently online not only for water utilities but also for other payment categories like education, telecoms, and others. You can even track the status of your transaction.
Yet despite our efforts to conserve water, most households will be faced with higher water bills they might be unable to settle.
If someone you know can help send money to pay off your bill, avail of M Lhuillier’s conveniently fast and safe domestic remittance service. With an expanded branch network, M Lhuillier has partnered with other big networks. This way, you can readily settle that mounting water bill in an instant.
And if you cannot find help from a relative or friend, consider applying for a loan. M Lhuillier offers ML Quick Cash Loan, ML Motorcycle Loan, and ML Quick Car Loan. All loans provide the highest appraisal to maximize your take-home cash. Unfortunately, the higher water bill would likely persist until summer is over so keep the excess money from the loan for future family needs.
Water scarcity is a grave global crisis, with 40% of the population experiencing water shortage according to the United Nations. It is during these summer months that we all need to be responsible for the use of water before it's too late.
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By JOEL C. MANGAHIS