The DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management announced Thursday that hydrant water meter rental operations are suspended immediately in most cases in response to the Level Two Drought declaration. The suspension applies to all residential and recreational use such as filling swimming pools, events and video production. Construction for new development, which is exempt under the drought, is the only exception to this suspension.
“We are asking DeKalb County residents and businesses to keep water conservation in mind and be aware of the restrictions that must be put in place while these drought conditions persist,” said Watershed Management Director Scott Towler.
In November the Georgia Environmental Protection Division announced the drought in 52 counties including DeKalb, implementing water use restrictions including: washing streets, sidewalks and driveways; using water for fountains, reflecting pools or waterfalls; and use of fire hydrants, except for the purposes of firefighting.
Information: www.dekalbcountyga.gov.
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