Auckland drought plan activated as dam levels drop

Thursday 20 March 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Thu 20 Mar 2025, 12:28pm

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Watercare has activated its drought management plan after dam levels fell below a specific trigger point. Residents are being asked to reduce outdoor water use, shorten showers, and limit car washes. The city is currently in the preparing for drought stage as dry weather is expected to continue.

How they headlined it

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1. RNZThu 20 Mar 2025, 9:35am

   Cut back on showers, Aucklanders warned, as drought plan activated (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesThu 20 Mar 2025, 10:16am

   'Incredibly dry out there': Aucklanders urged to shorten showers (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsThu 20 Mar 2025, 12:28pm

   Aucklanders urged to reduce outdoor water use (opens in new tab)