Groton Declares Level 3 Critical Drought, Its Most Severe Water Restriction

Groton has moved into a Level 3 Critical Drought status, the town's most serious water-restriction designation, according to an announcement posted to the town's official website. The declaration comes as the Groton Center also rolled out a new food-delivery partnership for residents and the Town Clerk's office returned to normal hours after a Friday closure.

TOWN HALL

The town has declared a Level 3 Critical Drought, its highest local drought classification, according to the Town of Groton's website. The declaration typically triggers the most restrictive outdoor water-use rules the town can impose and signals officials are treating the water supply situation as urgent; residents should expect tightened rules on lawn watering, irrigation and other non-essential water use while the declaration remains in effect. Additional detail on the specific restrictions was not available in the material published Saturday.

Separately, the Town Clerk's office was closed Friday, July 17, and resumed normal business hours Monday, July 20, the town said.

COMMUNITY & ARTS

The Groton Center has begun offering Loaves and Fishes Pantry delivery for residents, town officials announced July 16. The Devens-based food pantry service will now bring groceries directly to eligible residents through the Groton Center, expanding local access to food assistance.