This affected the environment as some watercourses become seasonal and domestic users were subject to drought restrictions, for the first time for many years.

If there are drought restrictions, be tactical with the water you have.

She said there was little chance they would fill before summer, and drought restrictions would likely remain in effect.

Last year, drought restrictions prevented Mr. Forrest's staff from irrigating lawns.

Courses must abide by local drought restrictions, but some are taking further steps, like installing indigenous plant species that can withstand dry spells.

But , experts said the weekend soaking would be far from enough to replenish reservoirs or ease drought restrictions.

Mrs. Dunn was able to get her garden through last summer by watering every other day in accordance with local drought restrictions.

Still, water experts said, it would probably do little to ease drought restrictions.

My town's water department thinks that people are adhering well to the drought restrictions.

The last time, the drought restrictions didn't start until the end of June or July.