Commenters say data centers could exacerbate drought, strain county aquifers
Speakers at a Freestone County meeting warned large data centers could consume significant groundwater and worsen local drought impacts, and asked for a pause so water use and aquifer effects can be studied. Speakers gave anecdotal and empirical claims; no technical testimony was recorded.
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Multiple attendees told county officials they are worried about the local water supply if data centers locate in Freestone County.
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