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New York City Issues First Drought Warning in 22 Years

New York City declares a drought warning, halts aqueduct repairs, and enforces water conservation measures due to persistent dry conditions.

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Updated: Nov 18th, 2024, 7:51 PM ET

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New York City has declared its first drought warning in 22 years amidst ongoing dry conditions, prompting Mayor Eric Adams to halt a $2 billion aqueduct repair project. Dry weather, responsible for numerous brush fires, has raised concerns over water supply levels. In response, the city is rolling out water conservation measures including reducing water for fountains and washing city vehicles less frequently. If conditions do not improve, the city may escalate the warning to a drought emergency, requiring further restrictions on water usage.

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