Pennsylvania’s Drought Task Force has declared a drought watch for 33 counties, including Bucks County, and is asking residents and businesses to voluntarily conserve water. Upper Makefield Township falls in the declared area, and since 85% of the homes in our Township have wells and septic systems, we encourage residents to be mindful of their water use.

“Pennsylvania received very little rain over September and October, capping off a dry six months, particularly in the southeast part of the state. DEP makes drought declarations based on long-term trends; a rainy week may not lift the drought status for an area,” Jessica Shirley, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) acting secretary, said in a statement. “We want residents to be aware of these conditions and be mindful of their water use.”