Amarillo Under Drought Watch | Amarillo News

Amarillo’s water crisis hits home as Stage One drought restrictions go into effect—triggered by plummeting reservoir levels and relentless heat. With over 30 days of 100-degree weather and record-low rainfall, the city’s main water source is dangerously low. Residents are urged to voluntarily cut back outdoor watering to three times a week, timed for cooler hours to reduce evaporation. The city’s own parks and splash pads are on pause, and even big users like schools and a major data center are stepping in to conserve. This isn’t the first time—similar measures were in place in 2022—but officials hope this voluntary effort will keep things manageable without escalating to stricter rules. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6bbc0f1c87946b03