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This is specifically advised against in guidelines as it may reduce neighbourhood water pressure (and in some cases: supplies).

Pump trucks bring their own pressure.

Yea, but many people don't have, or couldn't afford property insurance. Turn it on, and get out.

If you can't afford property insurance, maybe you really can't afford the home.

Most people on Earth can't afford a home.

It certainly puts things into perspective.