MAUI, Hawaii — Water shortages are getting worse in parts of Hawaii thanks to an ongoing drought, and officials in Maui are now taking even more drastic measures to curb water use.

The island has now declared a stage 3 water shortage in their Upcountry area , implementing mandatory water conservation measures. Water managers project that current water use will exceed the available water supply by 31% or more.

Among the new restrictions, all nonessential water use for commercial and industrial use should cease, and all irrigation of turf grass is prohibited, county officials declared.

In addition, personal washing of cars is now prohibited, as is irrigating parks, schools and recreation fields. Plant containers, trees, shrubs and vegetable gardens may be watered one day per week using on

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