New York City issues a drought watch as October 2021 sees its driest month since 1869.

New York City has declared a drought watch due to a historic dry spell, urging residents to conserve water. October 2021 recorded just 0.01 inches of rain, making it the driest month since 1869. The city's water supply is currently at 65.9% capacity. The drought watch is the first of three conservation levels, which could lead to stricter measures. Residents are encouraged to take shorter showers and adopt other water-saving practices to prevent further restrictions.

November 02, 2024
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