Nantucket Is In a Drought
July 15, 2026
The Massachusetts Drought Task Force has declared Nantucket to be in a Level 2 Drought Condition. The following restrictions are in place:
· Limit all non-essential water use
· No automatic irrigation of any kind, including drip irrigation.
· Only watering by handheld hose or watering can after 5 pm and before 9 am.
· Fix indoor leaks, check toilets, faucets and showers.
· Limit power washing of sidewalks and buildings.
· Limit pool fills.
The status will be reassessed at the end of each month. Residents and businesses are urged to conserve water and follow these restrictions to help protect the island’s limited water supply. Please note that there are escalating fines for those on Town water who violate the mandatory use restrictions ending with having the Town turn off the water. For more information contact Wannacomet Water Company at 508-228-0022.
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