E - Emergency Could be out of water in 45 days or less. P - Priority Could be out of water in 90 days or less. W - Watch Water shortage possible. R - Resolved No longer experiencing water capacity problems. Stages of Water Rationing V - Voluntary.
Water supply suggests that customers limit water use to avoid further restrictions.
1 - Mild rationing. Usage of water for outdoor purposes, such as lawns, gardens, and car washing, can be restricted by the utility. 2 - Moderate rationing. Water usage for livestock is exempt from this restriction. 3 - Severe rationing.