BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham Water Works is asking customers to become water-wise after a lack of rain over the last 45 days. BWW is issuing a Stage 1 Drought advisory because of low levels in Lake Purdy and a higher water demand this month.

Some things you can do to help are reduce water use, especially when watering your lawn or car washing.

Lake Purdy’s water level is expected to drop more until late fall and early winter.