Total Outdoor Water Ban
Local news affiliate 11 Alive today is reporting that Douglas County will join the ranks on a total ban on outdoor watering. Almost two weeks ago the WSA approved an once-a-week outdoor water ban, however Director Pete Frost recommended for no outdoor watering considering the extreme drought condition. Below is the article from 11 Alive’s website.
Joining the growing list of communities that have totally banned outdoor watering is Douglas County.
The Douglas County Commission has declared that all outdoor watering in the county is prohibited. In addition, according to the Georgia Forestry Commission and Douglas County Fire Chief Scott Spencer, all outdoor burning is banned until further notice — and this includes campfires, recreational fires and pits.
People are encouraged to be especially careful with the disposal of lighted cigarettes.
The County is proposing a warning for a first offense under the new rules, but fines of $350 for a second offense, and $1,000 for a third offense.
The new water ban will come into effect on July 1st. The only noticeable difference from the current ban and the new ban is the third offensive. Instead of having the water supply shut off (current ban), the WSA will fine $1,000 (new ban). You can probably rule out the 4th of July fireworks at Arbor Place.
