The Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) is actively managing reduced water production at two major treatment plants in North-East Trinidad as critically low river levels continue to impact supply, despite the official start of the 2026 wet season.
In a statement, WASA noted that the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service declared the onset of the wet season on May 5th, 2026, but stated that prolonged dry season conditions have left river sources depleted beyond normal seasonal recovery.
“Below-average rainfall has significantly depleted river flows and reservoir storage beyond normal seasonal variation. The North Oropouche Water Treatment Plant has been reduced to an output of 16 million imperial gallons per day (IMGD), while the Quare Water Treatment Plant in Valencia has similarly scaled back production. Both plants continue to operate around the clock and will restore full output immediately as river flows recover.”
Customers currently experiencing reduced supply include residents in parts of Arima, Brazil, Green Vale, Carapo, Maloney, Five Rivers, Christine Hill Road, Malabar, Manuel Congo, Mausica Main Road, Sangre Grande, Manzanilla, and Guaico, served by the North Oropouche Plant, as well as parts of Valencia, Mt. Carmel, Orchid Drive, Orchid Extension, Mora Trace, Rustauna, San Pablo, San Pedro, La Platta, Valencia Old Road, Alexander Street, Casuarina Boulevard, and environs, served by the Quare Plant.
WASA said it is actively managing available resources to deliver equitable supply across affected communities and is committed to restoring full service as river flows recover.
It is also calling on all residents, particularly those in the North-East, to conserve water during this critical recovery period.
“Rain alone will not immediately replenish river levels and reservoirs; meaningful recovery takes days to weeks. Residents are encouraged to store water in clean, covered containers, use a bucket rather than a hose when washing vehicles or driveways, check pipes and taps for leaks and repair them promptly, and take only what is truly needed. Every conscious choice helps stretch limited supply and supports the entire community.”
Residents requiring assistance or a truck-borne water supply may contact WASA’s Customer Contact Centre toll-free at 800-4420 or 800-4426.