In many parts of the country, the groundwater levels are far below normal for the season. Southern Sweden is particularly affected after an unusually dry winter and spring.
In Skåne, around 400,000 residents rely on water supply from private wells – and it's already time to save, says Wennberg.
You can reduce usage in several ways. Don't water the lawn, take shorter showers, and don't let the tap run while brushing your teeth, he.
Even though the supply looks good at present, Wennberg believes it's essential to conserve water in a preventive manner.
If you don't save now, the issues may arise in late summer and autumn.
Watering Ban
Not even for households connected to municipal water supplies is it time to relax.
Some municipalities have already introduced watering bans, including Gotland, Tibro, and Emmaboda. This means that households are not allowed to fill pools, wash vehicles or patios with hoses, or water flower beds and lawns with sprinklers.
And the Swedish Geological Survey (SGU) urges residents throughout Sweden to be aware of information from municipalities regarding water supply, such as watering bans.
If households with private wells reach the point where it actually runs out, you'll have to solve the problem yourself, says Kristian Wennberg.
All municipalities cannot offer service if the water runs out. There is no rule that says someone will come and help, but you'll have to solve it yourself.
"Very Troublesome"
In such a situation, he believes it's essential to find your own solutions, such as buying drinking water from stores or showering at public baths.
It's very troublesome, but those are the solutions available.
In four counties – Gotland, Kalmar, Blekinge, and Skåne – there is a risk of water shortage from today.
