The National Water Commission (NWC) has announced the relaxation of water supply restrictions on the Mona and Hope systems in the Kingston and St. Andrew (KSA) area, following a significant rise in inflows from the Hope River.

The development comes as Jamaicans prepare for the potential impact of an approaching storm, with the improved water supply expected to help households bolster their storage reserves.

According to the NWC, the Mona Reservoir has reached over 97 per cent of its full capacity, now holding approximately 808.5 million gallons of water. As a result, customers served by both the Mona and Hope systems have been restored to regular water supply, effective Sunday, October 19, 2025.

NWC Public Relations Manager Delano Williams said the easing of restrictions gives residents a valuable opportunity to access more water in preparation for the impending storm.

“This gives customers an opportunity to access more water in preparation for the impending storm or hurricane,” Williams said.

While welcoming the positive turn, the NWC is urging customers to make responsible use of the improved supply and to continue practising water conservation.

“Even with current levels being favourable, responsible usage remains essential to preserve these gains and to help safeguard against upcoming dry conditions,” the company said in a statement.

The public is also being reminded to refresh and replenish household storage containers as a precaution, since heavy rainfall or flooding associated with the storm could temporarily disrupt sections of the distribution network.

The NWC said it continues to closely monitor all major water supply systems islandwide and remains optimistic that the sustained inflows will further improve reliability through the coming dry months of 2026.