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Chester County residents asked to reduce water usage amid drought warning

When:

June 4, 2026 · 10:45 AM

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Philadelphia weather forecast – NBC10 Philadelphia

Chester County officials are encouraging residents, business owners and farmers to reduce water usage amid a continued drought warning. On June 4, 2026, the county sent out a release asking water consumers to voluntarily reduce their daily water usage by 10 to 15%, or roughly six to nine gallons per person. For reference, the average shower uses about two gallons of water per minute, while washing dishes by hand can use up to 27 gallons, officials said. The request to save water comes as abnorma