Tap water consumption peaks to highest level in five years

On Friday, 26 June, amid the heatwave, tap water consumption in Flanders reached an exceptional peak not seen in the past five years. According to figures from the water supply status indicator, 1,351,622 cubic meters of tap water were used that day.

Consumption was already slightly elevated on Thursday and Friday, at about 115 percent of the average daily flow for June over the past five years. Ultimately, the highest daily peak for that period was also exceeded on Friday. That peak was 1,337,515 cubic meters, measured on Sunday, June 11, 2023.

However, according to the Flemish Environment Agency, there is no problem with the drinking water supply. The status indicator remains green, indicating that supply is proceeding normally and no usage restrictions are in place.

"The high temperatures clearly impact water consumption. But high water use does not automatically mean that the drinking water supply is under pressure. Water companies still have sufficient capacity to meet the demand today. There is no reason for concern," says spokesperson Katrien Smet. "My message remains the same throughout the year: use tap water wisely. Every liter we avoid using unnecessarily helps keep our water reserves resilient, even during dry and hot summers," she says.

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