Neponset River Watershed & most of MA now at a Level 3 – Critical Drought

The Neponset River Watershed & most of MA is now at a Level 3-Critical Drought.

All non-essential outdoor water use* in the critical drought area is banned.

*Essential uses are defined by MassDEP as uses required: a) for health or safety reasons; b) by regulation; c) for the production of food and fiber; d) for the maintenance of livestock; or e) to meet the core functions of a business. Nonessential uses are those other than essential uses.

Get more info at www.mass.gov/info-details/drought-status