Madison Residents Asked To Reduce Water Use Due To 'Abnormally Dry Conditions'

MADISON, CT — Madison residents are being asked to reduce their water use by 10 percent due to "abnormally dry conditions and low rain forecast levels," according to an announcement from Connecticut Water.

The utility company said in a social media post Thursday it has entered Stage 1 Drought conditions in its shoreline service areas.

"We are asking customers in Clinton, Madison, Guilford, Old Saybrook and Westbrook to reduce their water use by 10% to ensure adequate supply for public health and fire protection," Connecticut Water said. "This request is until further notice. We will continue to update customers on drought status."

According to the National Weather Service, there is an 80 percent chance of rain in the area for Saturday night.

— By Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff