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Boise Prepares for Drought with New Water Rules | Boise News
Boise just took a major step forward by passing a new water conservation ordinance designed to tackle looming drought risks before they become crises. With a record-low snowpack and a warmer-than-average winter, reservoirs and rivers are already feeling the strain. The city’s plan outlines escalating water restrictions—from voluntary conservation to mandatory limits on lawn watering and pool filling—triggered by phases tracked through the U.S. Drought Monitor. This only applies to residents on Boise’s public water system, not those using private wells or canals. City leaders stress that…
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