As the heat intensifies and reservoirs run low, Durham is acting to protect its shrinking drinking water supply.
Beginning Monday, the city will implement a mandatory Stage 2 Water Shortage Response. Triggered by drought that has rapidly depleted northern Durham County’s Lake Michie and the Little River Reservoir, these restrictions will change how residents and businesses are allowed to use water outdoors.
According to a city dashboard, Durham has 103 days of supply of easily accessible, premium water remaining in the reservoirs…