(WJET/WFXP) – Erie Water Works is asking customers to conserve water after the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued a drought watch for Erie County back on September 29.
While the drought watch does not impact the drinking water system for Erie Water Works customers, Erie Water Works is asking customers to voluntarily reduce their water use.
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Meanwhile, the Town of Ripley continues to experience extremely low water levels and is urging residents to continue conservation efforts.
On Tuesday, October 14, town and county officials met to review the ongoing situation, ultimately determining that stronger water reduction measures must be used for reasons of public health and safety…