Surprise statewide drought alert warns New Jersey to conserve water Rick Rickman Published: December 11, 2025 The state has issued a drought warning as water supply levels in New Jersey are low for the second year in a row (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey)

💧 New Jersey issues a drought warning as the state nears its second consecutive winter drought.

💧 Reservoirs and groundwater levels are falling statewide, except along the Jersey Shore.

💧 Officials warn that continued dry conditions could mean another year of water restrictions.

New Jersey could face another year of water restrictions and high wildfire risk as the state verges on its second winter drought in a row.

A drought warning has been issued by the state Department of Environmental Protection. It's the last alert level befo

See Full Page