Manacor imposes water restrictions as drought alert sparks urgent measures

Manacor has imposed emergency water restrictions after entering drought alert, with the town hall calling on residents and businesses to reduce consumption as pressure on local water supplies continues to grow.

The council has approved a package of measures designed to protect drinking water reserves and ensure there is enough supply for essential needs during the final weeks of summer. The restrictions come after July saw a sharp drop in water reserves across the Balearic Islands, with the Manacor-Felanitx water management area among those now officially on drought alert.

What is now banned?

Under the new rules, several non-essential uses of mains water will be prohibited or heavily restricted. These include filling private swimming pools, watering gardens and green spaces, washing vehicles and other activities that consume large amounts of water.

The town hall says the measures are preventative rather than punitive and are intended to avoid more severe restrictions if dry conditions continue. Residents are being encouraged to check for leaks, reduce unnecessary water use and make every effort to conserve supplies.

Dry summer takes its toll

The decision reflects a wider trend across Mallorca, where another hot, dry summer has placed increasing pressure on reservoirs, aquifers and local water networks. Although water supplies remain secure in many parts of the island, authorities have warned that municipalities experiencing greater strain may need to introduce their own conservation measures.

Across the Balearics, water reserves fell significantly during July, with Mallorca’s reserves dropping to around 39 per cent. The largest declines were recorded in the Manacor-Felanitx area, helping push the region into drought alert.

Manacor now joins a growing list of municipalities taking action to protect local water resources. Officials say the restrictions will remain in force until conditions improve and are urging everyone to play their part in safeguarding supplies for residents, businesses and visitors alike as the island faces the prospect of more hot, dry weather in the weeks ahead.