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Ripley Declares Emergency as Water Levels Plummet
10/15/2025
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Story summary
- Ripley, New York declared a state of emergency over critically low water levels in the Ripley Reservoir, announced by Town Supervisor Laura Pless.
- A Mandatory Water Conservation Order is in effect for all Ripley Water District customers.
- Reservoir levels continue to decline, prompting officials to implement stricter measures.
- Authorities are coordinating water transport via fire trucks to the treatment plant.
- Residents are urged to conserve water.
