PUBLIC NOTICE - LEVEL 3 DROUGHT

November 19, 2024
Drought Update:  The MA Drought Task Force met November 18, and conditions have worsened. Rainfall is down, the air is drier, drought related fires have increased, and lakes, rivers, and streams are at low levels. A recommendation is going to Secretary Tepper to declare a Level 3 Critical Drought for our region.

This means the Foxborough Water Department is required, by permit, to elevate water restrictions to “Ban on all nonessential outdoor water use.”

Residents and Businesses should minimize overall water use, cease all nonessential outdoor water use, and fix any toilet or faucet leaks immediately.

Please reduce indoor water use by taking shorter showers, running dishwashers, and washing machines only on a full load, and not wash hard surfaces (sidewalks, patios, driveways, siding) or personal vehicles and boats until the drought level is reduced.

There is no need for alarm - there is adequate water supply for all essential needs.  By conserving, The Foxborough Water Department will be able to draw less water from the watershed, which will benefit area lakes, rivers, and streams.