NYCDEP announces Water System Drought Watch

The New York City Water Supply System entered a drought watch condition over this past weekend with an announcement by NYC Mayor Eric Adams. The historically low rainfall received in the region over the past 2 months, above average temperatures and the Delaware Aqueduct Repair project were all contributing factors to the decision.

DEP is asking it's partner water systems and municipalities, including the Yorktown and Kitchawan Water Districts, to take these steps:

1 - Review water system usage and identify potential water efficiencies.

2 - Review and update our systems water conservation plan.

3 - Encourage customers to practice voluntary water conservation measures.

A drought watch is the first of three levels of water conservation declarations by the city. As conditions continue to evolve, the city may declare a drought warning or, subsequently, a drought emergency, which involve escalating requirements to reduce water usage at agencies and on New Yorkers. Should the city declare a drought emergency, water conservation measures will be required by wholesale customers of the NYC Water System.

We encourage Yorktown and Kitchawan Water District customers to consider their water usage during this drought watch period.  Thank you. 

Yorktown Water District

914-245-6111