Environment & Climate

NYC Faces Drought Warning as Upstate Reservoir Levels Drop to Critical Lows

New York City is grappling with a drought warning after an extended period of unusually dry weather caused upstate reservoirs to plummet to just 60% capacity—nearly 20% below the seasonal average. Mayor Eric Adams announced the warning on Monday, emphasizing the need for immediate conservation efforts and halting a long-term repair project on the Delaware …