SZ: Drinking water consumption was restricted in Munich due to…

SZ: Drinking water consumption was restricted in Munich due to drought.

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Munich authorities introduced temporary restrictions on drinking water use starting July 14 due to drought and high consumption.
The restrictions prohibit filling private pools and reservoirs for swimming.
Watering of gardens and private lawns is banned between 9:00 and 19:00, with exceptions for agricultural land and cemeteries.
Washing cars outside commercial car washes is prohibited.
The restrictions were issued by Munich's climate department on July 14.
The measures are set to last until at least August 1 and may be extended.
Munich's daily water consumption has exceeded normal levels, reaching over 400 million liters per day in June and remaining above 350 million liters in early July.
The city has previously taken measures such as shutting off fountains and halting cleaning of municipal vehicles and building facades.
Munich's mayor and city services had previously urged residents to conserve water before the restrictions were introduced.
Europe experienced extreme heat from mid-June onward, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius in some countries.

The city's water supply was at maximum capacity by late June, described as 'tense but not critical' at that time. — fontanka
The mayor warned that more severe measures would be taken if consumption does not decrease. — fontanka
Water extraction from rivers, streams, and lakes is completely prohibited. — fontanka
The restrictions do not apply to sports fields. — m24
The article mentions the Czech Republic as one of the countries affected by extreme heat. — m24