Richmond Calls for Water Conservation

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Richmond’s water future’s hanging by a thread—starting next week, residents are being asked to voluntarily cut back as the James River hits dangerously low levels. This drought, fueled by dry spells out west, is straining the region’s largest watershed. Henrico County’s reservoir releases haven’t been enough, so officials are preparing to issue a conservation advisory July 1st. Simple steps like shorter showers, running appliances only when full, and turning off taps while brushing teeth could make a big difference. If rain doesn’t come, this advisory could become mandatory. Let’s all pitch…