DUNCANNON, Pa. — A Perry County borough this week declared a mandatory Water Conservation Notice due to a drought emergency.
The borough of Duncannon said Wednesday that residents are prohibited from all non-essential water usage for the duration of the emergency.
According to borough officials, examples of non-essential water usage includes:
- Watering lawns, gardens, landscaped areas, trees, shrubs and outdoor plants
- Washing paved surfaces, such as streets, sidewalks, driveways, garages, parking areas, tennis courts and patios
- Operating water fountains, artificial waterfalls and reflecting pools
- Washing vehicles
- Serving water in eating places unless specifically requested by the individual
- Filling and topping off swimming pools
Residents are encouraged to visit DEP’s website to review a general fact sheet. View the “Managing Water Use During a Drought Emergency” under the Fact Sheets & Guidelines link.
To read the regulations, view the “Chapter 119: Prohibition of Nonessential Water Uses in a Commonwealth Drought Emergency Area” under the Regulations link.
"We will inform you when the prohibited water use restrictions are lifted," the borough said. "Thank you for your cooperation."
