Mayor Eric Adams emphasized, "Effective immediately, we are prohibiting grilling in our parks, and we need all New Yorkers to take commonsense steps to prevent brush fires." This highlights the urgency of community participation in water conservation efforts during the drought.
The National Weather Service New York warned that the recent rain, dropping less than a quarter of an inch, hasn’t significantly improved the drought situation, as the city faces another dry week ahead.
Following a fire that burned two acres in Prospect Park, officials stressed the potential risk of brush fires amidst dry conditions, urging residents to act responsibly to mitigate risks.
Adams urged residents, "Getting through this drought will take all of us working together, and every drop counts, so let's keep doing our part to save as much water as we can."
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