Drought watch for western Maryland
7/24/2024 10:06:00 AM
CATEGORIES:
Relief, Response & Restrictions
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
Allegany County, MD
Garrett County, MD
Washington County, MD
Start Date: 7/23/2024
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The Maryland Department of the Environment urged citizens and businesses in Garrett, Allegany and Washington counties in the western part of the state to voluntarily reduce their water usage because a drought watch has been issued. During a drought watch, MDE increases oversight of water supply conditions and encourages voluntary water conservation practices. Stream flows and groundwater levels were lower than normal for this time of year.
Maryland Department of the Environment (Baltimore), July 23, 2024
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