Drought Watch in the Capital Region

We don’t want to alarm anybody…but here’s one more thing to add to your list today: a drought watch.

On Wednesday, New York State expanded its drought watch list to cover 50 of the state’s 62 counties, including much of Upstate New York.

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That means places like Albany, Saratoga, Schenectady, Rensselaer, Washington, Warren, and plenty more are now officially on notice.

What Should We Do?

Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation are urging New Yorkers to conserve water wherever possible.

This includes turning off the faucet when brushing your teeth, using sprinklers sparingly, and considering skipping the car wash this weekend. There are no restrictions yet, just a heads-up.

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