Core Insights - Hangzhou has experienced a significant increase in water consumption due to hot weather, with daily water supply reaching a record high of 1.9393 million tons on August 18, surpassing the previous peak of 1.8875 million tons [1] - The total daily water supply within the integrated service area of the municipal water group reached 4.2716 million tons, exceeding the historical maximum of 4.1929 million tons [1] - The current water supply capacity of the municipal water group is 5.483 million tons per day, with the Jiangbei main urban area capable of supplying 2.55 million tons per day, meeting the peak summer demand [1] Group 1 - The municipal water group has implemented special measures to ensure peak water supply, including enhanced management of water treatment plant operations, coordination during peak hours, water quality monitoring, and inspection of key supply pipelines [1] - Recent infrastructure improvements include the expansion of the Xiangfu Water Plant, which will double its capacity from 250,000 tons per day to 500,000 tons per day by December 2024 [1] - Successful completion of the DN1600 water supply connection pipeline has further enhanced the water delivery capacity of the Xiangfu Water Plant [1] Group 2 - In January, the DN1600 water supply pipeline on Fengqi East Road was put into operation, addressing the growing water demand in the Xiasha area [2] - The entire western supply network in Jiande City was completed, ending the history of decentralized water supply in towns like Datong and Lijia [2] - Multiple connecting pipelines in Fuyang District have been completed, improving the interconnectivity and complementary capabilities of the water supply network across different areas [2]