Voluntary Water Restrictions Announced for Parts of Dauphin County
Two Dauphin County communities are under voluntary water restrictions as officials urge residents to conserve water during ongoing dry conditions.
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The Grand Canyon's South Rim is imposing tighter water restrictions after a mechanical issue halted pumping, prompting closures and reduced water access.
Published on Aug 13, 2025 - 19:08 GMT
Grand Canyon National Park will implement additional water restrictions at the South Rim starting 8 a.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025, due to ongoing mechanical problems at Havasupai Gardens.
While crews have repaired the broken section of the Transcanyon Waterline, pumping to the South Rim has not yet resumed. Until storage tanks reach sustainable levels, park officials are enforcing heightened conservation measures.
New restrictions include:
These measures are in addition to existing water conservation rules already in place. Park staff and partners continue to encourage residents and visitors to practice water-saving habits during the shortage.
This article summarizes reporting originally published by www.nps.gov
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