New York issues drought warning for Hudson Valley, water conservation urged

Local communities urge residents to restrict non-essential water usage.

News 12 Staff

Nov 21, 2024, 11:43 AM

Updated 14 days ago

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Despite today's rain, New York state has upgraded the Hudson Valley region's drought status from "watch" to "warning."
Local communities urge residents to restrict non-essential water usage.
Conservation tips include:
  • Taking shorter showers
  • Turning off water while brushing teeth
  • Checking for leaks
  • Using dishwasher and washing machine for full loads
  • Reusing collected rainwater
The Village of Goshen is restricting outside water usage from 5-8 p.m. and the Rockland County Department of Health is also encouraging water reduction.