Water conservation requested as water supplies become depleted in Genesee County, New York
10/16/2025 5:02:21 PM
CATEGORIES:
Relief, Response & Restrictions
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
Genesee County, NY
Start Date: 10/16/2025
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Genesee County officials urged residents to conserve water as severe drought gripped the region. Local water sources were very low, straining the county’s water system. As more water is pulled from surface sources such as Tonawanda Creek, residents may notice temporary changes in taste or odor. These differences are caused by naturally occurring compounds that develop under seasonal drought conditions and are harmless to health.
The Batavian (Batavia, N.Y.), Oct 16, 2025
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