Current Status: Drought Watch

Please conserve water. The entirety of New Jersey is now under a Drought Watch including our specific area (NorthEast) as of 10/1/25). For more information on present drought conditions go to - http://njdrought.org

Tips to Reduce Water Waste

Water lawns (and outdoor plants) less frequently (2-3 times per week) for no more than 30 minutes. This allows the soil to absorb the water and enables roots to grow more deeply, which encourages drought tolerance.

• Never water during the heat of the day, as this promotes evaporation and leads to water waste.
• Sprinkler systems should be set to water after sunset or before dawn, and by law should be equipped with an automated shut-off switch that disables the system following rainfall.
• Install water-saving shower-heads and faucet aerators in the bathroom and kitchen (available at most home improvement stores and some supermarkets).
• Do not let faucets run when brushing your teeth or washing the dishes.
• Run washing machines and dishwashers only when they are full, or select the properly sized wash cycle for the current laundry load.
• Use a broom to sweep the sidewalk, rather than a hose.
• Use mulch and native plants to conserve water in the garden.
• Use a rain barrel to capture water from a downspout to use later for watering gardens and plants.
• Use soaker hoses or drip irrigation to water trees, gardens and flower beds.

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