Environmentscore 459·5 metrosupdated 29m ago

Newport News Declares Stage 2 Drought Warning, Urges Water Conservation

Newport News Water Works has issued a Stage 2 drought warning, encouraging residents to voluntarily reduce water usage. Experts suggest upgrading sprinkler systems to cut water waste by up to 30% as drought conditions worsen.

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