(Dexter, Iowa) – Officials in the Dallas County community of Dexter, late Wednesday, issued a WATER EMERGENCY for residents, and asked them to conserve water as much as possible. Officials say the declaration is due to a water main break. The City of Dexter is implementing Stage 4 of the Water Conservation Plan.

Officials ask residents to “Please refrain from any non essential use of water at this time, including washing of automobiles, driveways and sidewalks, and irrigation of lawns or gardens.” Restaurants may only serve water to customers when they request it. The city hasn’t said how long it will be in a Stage 4 emergency.

A copy of the Ordinance detailing stage 4 of the water conservation can be found in Chapter 94 of the City’s Code of Ordinances, and can be found HERE.