DROUGHT WARNING

In case you are living in a hole or along the SulphurRiver please be advised that the State of Texas is suffering from one of the worst droughts in our history.  Everyone else is already aware of this dilemma.  I am getting calls from utilities almost daily on drought issues and how to deal with customers over declining water supplies.  The TCEQ has requested that IWSCOT convey the following information to all investor-owned utilities.

                                                                       Mark Zeppa, Executive Director

TCEQ Press Release

As you are aware, Texas is experiencing widespread drought conditions which may worsen.  TCEQ has been closely monitoring the evolving situation, and is urging water systems to implement their drought contingency plans.

Please remember that preparing a drought contingency plan for water systems is required.  Additionally, systems are required to notify the TCEQ when mandatory provisions of your drought contingency plan are implemented (30 TAC 288.20[b]).  We have made reporting quick and easy for you by creating an online form TCEQ Drought Reporting Form.  Please remember to submit updates as conditions change.  Information collected will be used to focus State resources and assistance.

A link to the online form, as well as other drought resources, letters, and news releases, are available on the agency's drought page TCEQ Drought.  If you do not have reliable Internet access and need help completing the drought reporting form, or if you have questions, you can call our Small Business and Local Government Assistance hotline at 1-800-447-2827.