HONOLULU (KHON2) -- The Maui Department of Water Supply (DWS) is reminding residents and visitors in Central and South Maui to continue conserving water as the region remains under a Stage 1 Water Shortage. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Water demand in the area has been rising recently, after initially tapering down when the Stage 1 Water Shortage was declared in September 2024. The affected service areas include: Waiheʻe Waiehu Wailuku Kahului Spreckelsville Pāʻia Kuau Māʻalaea Kīhei Wailea Mākena Honolulu Ocean Safety to hold first lifeguard recruit tryouts of 2025 A Stage 1 Water Shortage is declared when the anticipated water demand is projected to exceed available supply by 1% to 15%. Under the current restrictions, irrigation is limited to two days per week. The DWS has set the following schedule to help manage water use: Even-numbered residential addresses: Monday and Friday Odd-numbered residential addresses: Tuesday and Saturday Even-numbered commercial facilities and multifamily units: Wednesday and Sunday Odd-numbered commercial facilities and multifamily units: Monday and Thursday The DWS urges everyone to follow the schedule and reduce water usage wherever possible to ensure a steady supply for the community. For more details on the Stage 1 Water Shortage and conservation efforts in Central and South Maui, visit their website. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news For general information on the Department of Water Supply, visit mauicounty.gov/water.