NEW CITY – Rockland County officials are requesting that residents and businesses pay particular attention to saving water.
“Rockland County has experienced below-average rainfall and near-record temperatures,” said County Executive Edward Day. “It’s important for all residents to conserve water at home, at work and even when recreating outdoors.”
Lower than normal rainfall in July and August coupled with near-record temperatures means less water to replenish both groundwater and surface water reserves.
“Though this has not yet resulted in a critical water supply situation, reducing water use will help to ensure we don’t run into trouble if rainfall stays below average as we head into fall and early winter,” said County Health Commissioner Dr. Patricia Schnabel Ruppert.
State conservation partnership grants awarded
May 13, 2024
