A Drought Watch has been issued across the Washington metropolitan region, including Montgomery County, following unusually dry conditions that officials say are expected to continue despite recent rainfall.
The Drought Coordination Committee of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) announced the advisory on Wednesday, affecting nearly six million residents across the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia.
Officials emphasized that the region currently has an adequate water supply, with sufficient water available in the Potomac River and backup reservoirs. However, residents and businesses are being encouraged to voluntarily reduce water usage to help protect water resources if dry conditions persist throughout the summer…