New York issues drought warning for Hudson Valley, water conservation urged
Local communities urge residents to restrict non-essential water usage.
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Nov 21, 2024, 11:43 AM
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Updated 3 hr ago
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Local communities urge residents to restrict non-essential water usage.
Conservation tips include:
- Taking shorter showers
- Turning off water while brushing teeth
- Checking for leaks
- Using dishwasher and washing machine for full loads
- Reusing collected rainwater
The Village of Goshen is restricting outside water usage from 5-8 p.m. and the Rockland County Department of Health is also encouraging water reduction.
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