N.Y., Pennsylvania Restrict Water Use in Drought Crisis
Mayor Edward I. Koch declared a drought emergency Friday, triggering mandatory water conservation measures for residents and businesses.
Meanwhile, Pennsylvania Gov. Dick Thornburgh proclaimed a drought emergency in 16 counties, setting in place mandatory restrictions on water use. The East Coast’s current drought presents “the most critical water shortage in the Delaware River Basin in this century,” Thornburgh said.
Under Koch’s announcement, lawns, gardens and golf courses are restricted to early-morning and late-evening watering on alternate days. Washing automobiles is prohibited, commercial car washes must use recycled water and restaurants can serve a glass of water only if a customer requests it.
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