The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) declared a state-wide Drought Response Level 1 on Monday April 27, due to dry-weather impacts on water resources.
The Level 1 Drought Response requires notification of the public that The City of Swainsboro is under drought conditions.
Residents are encouraged to:
- Check for leaks and repair them as needed.
- Water only when necessary.
- Turn the tap off when not using it.
Outdoor water usage/irrigation between the hours of 4 p.m. and 10 a.m. is still allowable at this time and remains unaffected by Drought Response Level 1.
Officials from the City of Swainsboro and Georgia EPD will continue to monitor environmental conditions and determine if an increase in the drought response level will be necessary in the future.
You can find more information on water conservation at https://epd.georgia.gov/watershed-protection-branch/water-conservation