Summary:
NYC drought warning downgraded to a watch due to recent rainfall and melting snow.
The city experienced its driest spell in recorded history before the recent precipitation.
Mayor Adams and the NYC Chief Climate Officer urge continued water conservation.
The drought watch may be fully rescinded in the coming weeks if conditions improve.
The Delaware Aqueduct repair project was paused to help alleviate the situation.
NYC Drought Warning Downgraded to Watch
<img src="https://media.nbcnewyork.com/2019/09/NYC_aerial-1-1.png?fit=2060%2C847&quality=85&strip=all&w=400&h=44&crop=1" alt="Aerial view of New York City">Mayor Eric Adams announced on Monday that New York City's drought warning has been downgraded to a drought watch. This decision comes after significant rainfall and melting snow in upstate regions. The city experienced the driest spell in recorded history before the recent precipitation.
Key Factors Leading to Downgrade:
- Significant rainfall
- Melting snow in upstate mountain regions
- Pause of the Delaware Aqueduct repair project
While the city is in a better position than a few weeks ago, Mayor Adams urged continued water conservation. NYC Chief Climate Officer Rohit T. Aggarwala emphasized the importance of continued water conservation efforts, even outside of drought conditions.
The initial drought watch was issued on November 2nd, and escalated to a drought warning on November 18th. If conditions remain favorable, the drought watch may also be lifted in the coming weeks.
Related News
[Madison, Wisconsin, police identify suspect in Abundant Life Christian School shooting](invalid url)
[Stowaway from NY-Paris flight arrested at US-Canada border after ditching ankle monitor: Source](invalid url)
Comments
Join Our Community
Create an account to share your thoughts, engage with others, and be part of our growing community.