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Water Conservation

Briarcliff
News
Amid Downpours, Briarcliff Manor Residents Told To Conserve Water Amid Downpours, Briarcliff Manor Residents Told To Conserve Water
Amid Downpours, Briarcliff Manor Residents Told To Conserve Water As rain pounds the region and the wind howls, one Northern Westchester municipality is being told to conserve water after a large main break. The break occurred in the village of Briarcliff Manor around 5 a.m., Monday, Dec. 18 along Sleepy Hollow Road, leading to a disruption in water supply and pressure for residents along the roadway. Related story: Potent Storm With Drenching Rain, Damaging Winds Causing Power Outages, Flooding, Road Closures As of 8:30 a.m., officials with the Briarcliff Manor Public Works Department said crews, working in the downpours, have located the break a…

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by Kathy Reakes
Cumberland
News
42K+ Pennsylvanians On 'Mandatory Water Conservation Order' Due To Oil Leak 42K+ Pennsylvanians On 'Mandatory Water Conservation Order' Due To Oil Leak
42K+ Pennsylvanians On 'Mandatory Water Conservation Order' Due To Oil Leak Over 42,000 Pennsylvanians are under mandatory water conservation order after an oil slick was spotted and an odor was emanating from Condoguient Creek. Pennsylvania American Water issued the order on Oct. 17 after the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection opened an investigation into the "reports of a petroleum-type odor and sheen on the Conodoguinet Creek in Silver Spring Township," as stated in a release by the PA DEP. The leak was determined to be coming from "an underground storage tank at the Cumberland-Perry Area Career and Technical Center on Old Willow Mill Road, Mec…

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by Jillian Pikora
Mercer
News
Amazon Facility, Schools Close Due To Water Pressure Problems Plaguing Mercer County Amazon Facility, Schools Close Due To Water Pressure Problems Plaguing Mercer County
Amazon Facility, Schools Close Due To Water Pressure Problems Plaguing Mercer County Low water pressure or complete lack of water is plaguing communities in Mercer County, local officials say. Aqua New Jersey customers in Chesterfield, Hamilton, Hamilton Square, Robbinsville, and Windsor could experience the issues through Sunday, June 4, the company said. The issues began on Thursday, June 1, after a pump malfunction in one of the wells, Aqua NJ said in a statement. "The team is working around the clock to address this issue...," the statement reads. "We anticipate water pressure will improve significantly by tomorrow (Saturday) evening and will fully recover by Monday m…

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by Cecilia Levine
Burlington
News
NJ American Water Customers Asked To Limit Water Use After Chemical Spill In Delaware River NJ American Water Customers Asked To Limit Water Use After Chemical Spill In Delaware River
NJ American Water Customers Asked To Limit Water Use After Chemical Spill In Delaware River A chemical spill into the Delaware River last week did not impact New Jersey's treated water, however, New Jersey American Water is taking some precautions. A voluntary water conservation notice was issued by NJAW for customers in Burlington, Camden and Gloucester counties, who were being asked to limit their non-essential water use following the Friday, March 24 latex spill in Bristol Township, PA. Out of an abundance of caution, Pennsylvania residents along the Delaware River were urged to drink from bottled water, as officials were not 100 percent certain that the drinking water was…

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by Cecilia Levine
Greenburgh
News
Drought Watch Remains In Effect For These NY Counties Drought Watch Remains In Effect For These NY Counties
Drought Watch Remains In Effect For These NY Counties Drought conditions have improved in New York State since the summer but a drought watch remains in effect in seven counties. The State's Drought Management Task Force updated the drought status to "Normal" from "Drought Watch" for multiple regions including most of upstate New York because of recent rainfall and higher levels of ground and surface water.  "Despite the encouraging hydrological conditions, all New Yorkers are urged to continue reducing unnecessary water waste, fixing leaks, and choosing efficient water fixtures," the New York State Department of Environmental Conservatio…

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by Joe Lombardi
Ramapo
News
Water Emergency: Rockland County Implements Mandatory Restrictions On Water Use Water Emergency: Rockland County Implements Mandatory Restrictions On Water Use
Water Emergency: Rockland County Implements Mandatory Restrictions On Water Use A county in the Hudson Valley is implementing mandatory restrictions on water use due to dry conditions.  Rockland County Executive Ed Day announced that a Modified Stage II Water Emergency will be in effect in the county beginning Thursday, Aug. 18. Earlier report: Drought Watch Expanded To Include These NY Counties The water emergency is the result of unprecedented flow levels in the Ramapo River, which limited the use of Veolia’s Ramapo Valley Well Field, a significant source of water for residents. Officials said the water-saving measures apply to all residents and busin…

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by Nicole Valinote
Essex NJ
News
Massive Water Main Beak Impacts 100K Newark, Belleville Residents Massive Water Main Beak Impacts 100K Newark, Belleville Residents
Massive Water Main Beak Impacts 100K Newark, Belleville Residents A massive water main break on the Newark and Belleville border Tuesday, Aug. 9 had lingering impacts as of Wednesday. The 140-year-old pipe in Branch Brook Park broke in two places, and caused a sinkhole to open that swallowed a car, NBC4 reports. Most of Newark and all of Belleville had no water on Tuesday, prompting University Hospital to implement its emergency water conservation protocol while Beth Israel canceled and postpone surgeries, according to NBC4. As of Wednesday evening, 99 percent of Newark's water had been restored, Mayor Ras J. Baraka said, noting the boil water advisory i…

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by Cecilia Levine
Suffolk MA
Weather
List Of All Massachusetts Cities, Towns With Outdoor Water Use Restrictions List Of All Massachusetts Cities, Towns With Outdoor Water Use Restrictions
List Of All Massachusetts Cities, Towns With Outdoor Water Use Restrictions With about 25% of Massachusetts now experiencing extreme drought conditions, many cities and towns in the Commonwealth are limiting outdoor water use to reduce water consumption.  The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) says these restrictions could vary but often include:  Limitations on the hours of the day you may water Limitations on the number of days per week you may water Restrictions to automatic sprinklers or irrigation systems A complete ban on outdoor watering There are about 160 cities and towns that have issued restrictions and a majority of them ar…

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by David Cifarelli
Columbia Greene
News
Village Of Coxsackie Asks Residents To Conserve Water Village Of Coxsackie Asks Residents To Conserve Water
Village Of Coxsackie Asks Residents To Conserve Water Authorities are asking some residents in the region to conserve water until further notice. In Greene County, the Village of Coxsackie issued a notice Tuesday, Aug. 9, asking customers served by its system to conserve water Village officials cited a recent report from the National Weather Service that listed Greene County as abnormally dry due to the recent lack of rainfall. “Because the water system is affected by this, all residents served by this water system are asked to do their part to conserve water during the above period,” reads the notice. If voluntary conservation efforts are u…

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by Michael Mashburn
Suffolk MA
Weather
List Of All Massachusetts Cities, Towns With Outdoor Water Use Restrictions List Of All Massachusetts Cities, Towns With Outdoor Water Use Restrictions
List Of All Massachusetts Cities, Towns With Outdoor Water Use Restrictions With all of Massachusetts now experiencing noticeable drought conditions, many cities and towns in the Commonwealth are limiting outdoor water use to reduce water consumption.  The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) says these restrictions could vary but often include:  Limitations on the hours of the day you may water Limitations on the number of days per week you may water Restrictions to automatic sprinklers or irrigation systems A complete ban on outdoor watering There are about 160 cities and towns that have issued restrictions and a majority of them are m…

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by David Cifarelli
Tarrytown-SleepyHollow
News
Months-Long Water Restriction Measures Take Effect In Parts Of Northern Westchester Months-Long Water Restriction Measures Take Effect In Parts Of Northern Westchester
Months-Long Water Restriction Measures Take Effect In Parts Of Northern Westchester A months-long effort to conserve water in parts of Westchester County is now in effect. Northern Westchester Joint Water Works has asked customers to restrict water usage from Monday, July 12 through Tuesday, Oct. 12.  The company provides drinking water to the Town of Cortlandt, Town of Yorktown, Town of Somers, the Montrose Improvement District, and Buchanan. Water Works said in a news release that it is working on capital improvements at its Amawalk Water Treatment Facility, and this work reduces its production capacity by 25%. This, combined with the increase in dem…

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by Nicole Valinote
Cortlandt
Lifestyle
Months-Long Mandatory Water Restriction To Be Put In Place In Northern Westchester Months-Long Mandatory Water Restriction To Be Put In Place In Northern Westchester
Months-Long Mandatory Water Restriction To Be Put In Place In Northern Westchester Residents in Northern Westchester will have to limit their water use during the summer as a months-long restriction is set to take effect. As of Monday, July 12, the Northern Westchester Joint Water Works (NWJWW), which provides drinking water to the towns of Cortlandt, Yorktown, and Somers, the Montrose Improvement District, and Buchanan, is implementing a mandatory water restriction in an effort to reduce demand. Water Works officials said the agency is undergoing capital improvements at the Amawalk Water Treatment Facility, which will reduce the total production capacity by 25 percent. …

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by Zak Failla
Cumberland
News
PA American Water Issues Mandatory Water Conservation Order For 41,500 Customers PA American Water Issues Mandatory Water Conservation Order For 41,500 Customers
PA American Water Issues Mandatory Water Conservation Order For 41,500 Customers A mandatory water conservation order was issued by Pennsylvania American Water, effecting nearly 41,500 of its Mechanicsburg customers. The order asks customers to limit water use to essential purposes while PAW restores the flow to its system, a press release says. The order comes on the heals of operational issues at the Silver Spring treatment plant, causing water storage tanks in the community to run low, putting water service and fire protection at risk. The order covers customers in: Camp Hill Borough East Pennsboro township Fairview Township Hampden Township Newberry Township…

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by Cecilia Levine
Fairfield
News
Aquarion Water Company Issues Mandatory Irrigation Ban For Five Towns In Fairfield County Aquarion Water Company Issues Mandatory Irrigation Ban For Five Towns In Fairfield County
Aquarion Water Company Issues Mandatory Irrigation Ban For Five Towns In Fairfield County Residents in five Connecticut communities are prohibited from using automatic irrigation systems and hose sprinklers, according to Aquarion Water Company, after southwest Fairfield County reached their third drought trigger this fall.  Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Stamford and Westport using the service are effected by the ban. Hand-held watering, soaker hoses and drip irrigation systems are still allowed, said Aquarion. “With drought conditions continuing to worsen across the state, this mandatory ban will help to ensure an adequate water supply for everyday needs and give reservoir…

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by Christina Coulter
Worcester
News
A Worcester Reservoir Is So Dry, It Looks Like A Beach At Low Tide A Worcester Reservoir Is So Dry, It Looks Like A Beach At Low Tide
A Worcester Reservoir Is So Dry, It Looks Like A Beach At Low Tide Worcester has taken one of its 10 reservoirs offline due to "low capacity." As of Sept. 30, Worcester's reservoir system was down to 63 percent "capacity," meaning it's only 63 percent full, the Worcester Water and Sewer Department. City officials temporarily closed Quinapoxet Reservoir on Wednesday, Oct. 14. As is true for the entire area, Worcester's water supply has been declining since May due to a lack of rain.  Many communities in Massachusetts have declared droughts.  Over the last 24 years, Worcester's reservoirs have been, on average, anywhere from 77 percent to 100 per…

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by Kristin Palpini
DV Plus - Westchester
Politics
State Lawmakers Challenge Rise In Water Rates State Lawmakers Challenge Rise In Water Rates
State Lawmakers Challenge Rise In Water Rates State lawmakers have called on the state Public Service Commission to reject a steep water rate increase for Suez Water customers in southern Westchester, Rockland and Putnam counties. Customers affected by the hikes in Westchester include residents and businesses in Rye, Rye Brook and Port Chester. In March, SUEZ Water requested a 20 percent revenue increase in its water service rates effective Feb. 1, 2020 through Jan. 31, 2021. The proposed rate increase is coupled with a shift to an "inclining block structure" for water service rates -- where customers pay more for water as their consum…

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by Jon Craig
Bedford
Neighbors
Student Environmental Leaders Shine At Bedford 2020 Greenlight Award Finals Student Environmental Leaders Shine At Bedford 2020 Greenlight Award Finals
Student Environmental Leaders Shine At Bedford 2020 Greenlight Award Finals Projected on the giant screen at the restored Bedford Playhouse, student efforts to change behavior inspired the crowd at the third annual Greenlight Award Finals on May 1. The program challenges students to take on Bedford 2020’s mission, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect natural resources, and provides a framework, support and incentives for them to complete their projects and present their results at the community-wide final event. This year the finalist teams addressed environmental problems in their community through behavior change projects. • Rachel Joseph, from Somers …

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Greenburgh
News
Hartsdale Water Storage Tank Temporarily Taken Out Of Commission Hartsdale Water Storage Tank Temporarily Taken Out Of Commission
Hartsdale Water Storage Tank Temporarily Taken Out Of Commission Residents in Greenburgh are being cautioned to monitor their water use as crews begin painting and rehabilitation efforts at the Hartsdale Water Storage Tank. The Greenburgh Consolidated Water District announced on Wednesday that the Hartsdale Water Storage Tank at Birchwood Lane will be temporarily removed from services for painting and rehabilitation. According to officials, interior work to the tank and its structure began on Monday and will continue through the end of May, in advance of the summer. The tank will then be put back into service for the summer and shut down again in Septemb…

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by Zak Failla