Saturday, September 22, 2007

Snowmaking and Droughts



We know that every customer that orders from us enjoys snow, so much that they even have to make it themselves when Mother Nature lacks. One of the main requirements for making snow is water. Whether you are using a pressure washer or garden hose to make snow, you will be using lots of water to make snow.

For several areas of the United States rain was lacking in several areas this year. This has since caused droughts throughout the country and in some locations restrictions on water use.

SnowStorm Snowmaking highly encourages its customers living in a drought area to be cautious in making snow this winter. If your area is under a drought watch or warning we recommend not making snow at all to conserve water. If you decide to still make snow and you are in a dry location from the lack of rainfall, we recommend making sure there are no restrictions on water use before you make snow.

We also encourage customers to refrain from making snow if they know the weather will be warming up right after they make snow. If the weather gets warm it will melt your snow and waste all the water you used. Although this water will eventually trickle back down into the water table, it will take awhile. Some of melted snow will also evaporate and may not return as precipitation in your area.

We appreciate your effort in helping conserve water if your area is under a drought watch or warning this winter.

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