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Massachusetts issues Level 2 drought advisory for Worcester County; Charlton staff pass along restrictions
Summary
Town staff told the Charlton Select Board that the Massachusetts Drought Management Task Force has issued a Level 2 (significant) drought declaration for Worcester County that includes outdoor water‑use restrictions and exemptions for health, food production and livestock; the town’s reservoirs remain near historical averages.
Town staff informed the Select Board on Sept. 23 that the Massachusetts Drought Management Task Force issued a Level 2 ("significant") drought declaration for Worcester County.
The announcement covers Charlton and neighboring communities. The board read a notice that water customers in Southbridge and Charlton should refrain from outdoor water use except for limited hand watering and that municipal and private well users are included. Exemptions cited in the…
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