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On the Droughtwatch

Reaction to Easing of Water Restrictions Not What You'd Expect

Reaction to Easing of Water Restrictions Not What You'd Expect

The drought is dead, but water customers aren't necessarily rushing to fire up their sprinklers.

State Of Georgia Declares Drought Is Over

State Of Georgia Declares Drought Is Over

Georgia's top environmental official declared Wednesday that a two year drought in the state is over.

State Officials To Meet Over Water Restrictions

State Officials To Meet Over Water Restrictions

By the end of the day on Wednesday, watering restrictions could be lifted across the state. State officials meet Wednesday to decide if watering bans should become a thing of the past.

Drought Meeting Set For Next Week

Drought Meeting Set For Next Week

The state has come yet one step closer to relaxing current outdoor watering restrictions.

Ease Water Restrictions? Not So Fast, Critics Say

Ease Water Restrictions? Not So Fast, Critics Say

Georgia's drought may officially be coming to an end. If it does, that means you'll be able to wash your cars and even water the lawn without penalty.

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Gray Water

Gray water is "slightly used," including water from kitchen sinks, dishwashers, bathtubs, showers, bathroom sinks, and washing machines.

Wells

The state does not regulate private wells that draw fewer than 100,000 gallons of water per day. Those with private wells on their property are therefore not subject to level four drought restrictions, though following them regardless is recommended. (source)

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Reporting Violators

If you spot a violation of state-imposed water restrictions, you can report it by contacting one of the following authorities:

EarthWatch

Obama Wants You To Change Light Bulbs

Obama Wants You To Change Light Bulbs

Aiming to keep the focus on climate change legislation, President Barack Obama put a plug in for administration efforts to make lamps and lighting equipment use less energy.

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