Drought warning declared in New Jersey amid persistent dry conditions, wildfires
New Jersey has declared a drought warning as dry conditions continue, asking residents to conserve water voluntarily.
Drought warning declared in N.J. as water storage levels drop, wildfires rage
The Wanaque Reservoir, located in Wanaque and Ringwood along the Wanaque River, has dropped to 45% of its full capacity as of Tuesday according to officials. This image shows the current condition on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. Patti Sapone | NJ Advance Media
N.J. declares drought warning as conditions worsen; state’s biggest water supplier orders mandatory conservation
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy declared a drought warning for the state Wednesday, calling the more than 500 wildfires that erupted since October “staggering,” and coming as water supplies from streams and reservoirs have dropped precipitously with no relief forecast.
Murphy Declares Drought Warning, Steps up Conservation Calls
Gov. Phil Murphy has declared a drought warning for all of New Jersey, giving the state a stronger hand in working with water system operators and intensifying calls for water conservation by the public.
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With wildfires burning after its driest September and October ever, New Jersey will issue a drought warning, a step that could eventually lead to mandatory water restrictions if significant rain doesn’t fall soon.
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New Jersey’s governor declared a drought warning. Black Hawk helicopters scooped water from a lake to dump on a forest fire burning in New York state.
NJ declares drought warning as water levels drop, wildfires burn
New Jersey declared a drought warning Wednesday, the first time in eight years the state has warned residents of low water levels.
New Jersey declares drought warning and urges residents to reduce water use
The dry conditions are part of a broader drought across the Northeast. Nationally, October was one of the driest months on record.
Mandatory water restrictions issued for Trenton residents amid worsening drought in New Jersey
The worsening drought is forcing a second utility company in New Jersey to issue mandatory water restrictions.
New Jersey declares drought warning amid wildfire threat
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy issued a drought warning and mentioned that the state might enforce mandatory water restrictions if the situation continues.
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