The Community of Madrid starts August with reservoirs at 72.2% of their capacity, storing 681 hectometres of water, close to the historical average.
The thirteen reservoirs managed by Canal de Isabel II in the Community of Madrid have begun August at 72.2% of their capacity, which equates to 681 hectometres of stored water. This figure is very close to the historical average for this time of year, which is 73%.
Among the infrastructures with the largest volumes of water are El Atazar, Valmayor, and Santillana, which hold the majority of the region's reserves.
The trend over the past few months has followed the usual pattern for the season: after exceeding normal values during spring, levels have been declining throughout June and July. The rainfall and contributions in July have been below average, with barely one litre per square metre of precipitation recorded in the reservoirs.
The dryness of the land, exacerbated by high temperatures, has halved the inflow of water to the reservoirs compared to normal July records. Despite this, Canal de Isabel II assures that the hydrological situation in the region remains normal and that supply is guaranteed for the coming months.
The public company reminds, however, of the importance of using water responsibly, especially in summer, when consumption tends to increase. For residents of the Community of Madrid, this means a call to moderate spending on irrigation, swimming pools, and other domestic uses, in order to preserve reserves.
Forecasts for the coming weeks will depend on rainfall and consumption, but authorities are confident in maintaining supply without restrictions for the rest of the summer.
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