Due to the drier than usual weather, NJ DEP has declared a statewide drought watch for New Jersey as of August 9, 2022, and is urging residents and businesses to conserve water as persistent dry and hot conditions continue to stress water supplies throughout the state.
During a drought watch, residents are asked to voluntarily conserve water to lessen the stress on our water systems.
For more water conservation tips, please visit dep.nj.gov/conserve-water/