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flag Maine’s drought has left over 540 wells dry, sparking conflict over water access as Poland Spring’s withdrawals rose despite claims of reduction.

flag Maine is facing a severe drought, with over 540 residential wells dry since August 2024, including in Fryeburg where families used bottled water. flag Despite Poland Spring’s claim of reducing withdrawals, data show water withdrawals from its Fryeburg and Denmark sources surged in 2025—reaching 89.6 million gallons by September, up from 68.6 million in 2024. flag The company says it withdrew about 410,000 gallons daily, within permit limits, and no violations were found. flag However, local officials and residents are frustrated, as the private Fryeburg Water Co. controls water access and has not communicated with the public water district, which seeks to take over the utility amid growing concerns over water security.

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