Three-Year Drought Forces Unprecedented Water Restrictions in Yakima

Three-year drought forces unprecedented water restrictions in Yakima

(The Center Square) – A third consecutive year of drought has caused historically low reservoir storage and streamflow in the Yakima Basin. As a result, the Washington State Department of Ecology is issuing an unprecedented halt to surface water use starting Oct. 6. The restrictions affect more than 1,500 water rights holders and local growers, who are being asked to restrict residential watering for the remainder of the month. “This really is a…

Lane reductions on South 16th Avenue in Yakima for water service repairs

YAKIMA, Wash. - Water service repairs on South 16th avenue will cause lane closures and traffic restrictions this week.