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Wichitans ask why water restrictions weren't considered earlier
KWCH 12 Eyewitness NewsWichitans may be forced to shut off the water this summer, and the plan confuses many users. "It's going to be a challenge for people to keep track of water usage, we realize that," says Ben Nelson with Wichita Public Works. The proposal would... -
Salina looks to include private wells in water restrictions
The Salina City Commission took steps to apply water restrictions to private well owners when the city is in a warning or emergency. The city has two major sources of water, the Smoky Hill River and groundwater.The wells use only groundwater. Director...
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Extraordinary snowfall needed to relieve drought
ST. LOUIS (AP) - When his drought-stricken Nebraska farm was blanketed with several inches of snow, Tom Schwarz welcomed the moisture. But it wasn't nearly enough. He had hoped for a wet, snowy winter. Instead, he's watched with worry as the sky spits...Tags: Water Supply, Arable Farming, Wildfires, National Weather Service, Environmental Issues
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Wichita considers water restrictions because of dropping reservoir levels
KWCH 12 Eyewitness NewsWichita officials are considering water restrictions after two years of drought have Cheney Reservoir levels at 40%. Cheney is the city's main water source. City council is expected to hear options about water issues during a workshop meeting Friday the... -
Reservoirs back to normal levels following summer drought
After a dry summer that sparked water restrictions across Central Indiana, area reservoirs are now back to normal. Citizens Energy Group said Morse, Geist and Eagle Creek reservoirs are full and underground aquifers are recharged. The company said...
Tags: Natural Disasters, Droughts
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Bloomington water usage restrictions now in place
As Indiana’s drought drags on, mandatory water restrictions are now in place in Bloomington. The change will be in effect for the next city days, according to the city. The usage restrictions are set to last through October 11. City officials have...
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Triple Digit Temps Taking Toll on Landscaping
CW33 NewsWater restrictions coupled with this intense heat have some garden lovers in a frenzy. Employees at Jackson's Home and Garden in Dallas are seeing a huge increase in customers worried about their landscaping. But the good news is: they share some... -
Drought causing water concerns between Mulvane & Augusta
KWCH 12 Eyewitness News“We are in a hot dry period,” said Kent Hixson, Mulvane City Manager. “We are a growing community.” That combination has led to friction between the cities of Mulvane and Augusta over water use. Back in the 90's the two cities...Tags: Water Supply
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Rainfall proving helpful amidst Indiana drought
Several days of rainfall were a welcome sight here in Central Indiana, but is it really helping? According to the National Weather Service, rainfall totals over the last seven days range from a tenth of an inch to four inches. The heavier rain that...
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Wichita officials: "No need for water restrictions"
KWCH 12 Eyewitness NewsDespite the current drought, Wichita’s water supply is sufficient and officials see no reasons for restrictions at this point. Joe Pajor with Wichita Public Works says Wichita draws about 60 percent of its water from Cheney Lake and the other 40...Tags: Water Supply
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Carmel issues voluntary water restrictions due to drought conditions
The City of Carmel issued a voluntary water restriction Sunday due to recent drought conditions and water restrictions issued in several nearby cities. The city said they wish to work together with other water utilities to ensure there is adequate water...
Tags: Water Supply, Conservation, Zionsville, Environmental Issues, Fishing
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It takes a lot of phone calls to map suburban water restrictions
Tribune editors and staff noticed a spate of outright bans on watering over the holiday week, and sure enough, regimented phone calls revealed local water utilities were struggling to keep up for demand for water for the parched lawns of suburbia. The...
Tags: Water Supply, Weather, Weather Reports
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Jul 11, 2012
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