Imagine A Day Without Water
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No morning coffee. No hot shower. No clean dishes.
Water makes so much of everyday life possible that it’s easy to take for granted. Join Hydro Joe, the Defender of Every Drop, to discover what water makes possible – and meet the people who keep it flowing throughout Hampton Roads.
Everyday Connections
Water Is Behind It All
From your first sip to your last load of laundry, water helps your day run smoothly. Imagine what happens when you take it out of the picture.
NO WATER. NO MORNING JOE.
Your coffee needs water. So do the beans that make it into your cup.
THINGS COULD GET MESSY.
Washing hands, flushing toilets, cleaning dishes – water helps keep us and our surroundings clean.
YOUR FAVORITE FOODS DEPEND ON IT.
Growing ingredients. Powering grocery stores. Preparing meals. Water plays a part long before your food reaches the table.
IT KEEPS OUR COMMUNITY GOING.
Schools, hospitals, restaurants and businesses all rely on water. So do the firefighters who help protect us.
What would you miss most on a day without water?
Water-Saving Tips
Appreciate It. Use It Wisely.
You don’t have to change your whole routine to make a difference. Start with a few simple habits:
- Turn off the tap. Don’t let water run while you brush your teeth or lather your hands.
- Shorten your shower. Spend a little less time under the spray.
- Make every load count. Run the dishwasher and washing machine with full loads.
- Catch those drips. Repair leaking faucets and toilets, or let your landlord know about them.
- Keep cold water ready. Store a pitcher in the refrigerator to refill on the go instead of opting for single-use botted water.
- Sweep instead of spray. Use a broom to clean sidewalks and driveways.
Using water wisely is also one way to show appreciation for the water workers who help make sure clean, reliable water reaches homes, schools and businesses across Hampton Roads.
Get to Know the Team Behind Your Tap
Turn the handle, and water flows. Behind that everyday convenience are water professionals, treatment processes, testing and a network of pipes working together to bring clean, reliable water to your community.
Want to learn more about where your water comes from and who provides it? Visit our Community Resources page and choose your city or county to find links to your local drinking water utility and other helpful resources.