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Officials ask LIers to curb their water use

Quick ReadThe SCWA water alert was issued because of the record heat and lack of rain, officials said in a statement.

A sprinkler drenches a lawn on Long Island

Photo credit: Newsday / John Paraskevas | A sprinkler drenches a lawn on Long Island during last summer's scorching month of July. (July 6, 2010)

Faced with a heat wave, little heavy rain and residents keen to keep lawns lush with generous watering, Long Island water suppliers are exhorting customers to curb use as they struggle to meet demand.

In recent days, several of the Island's more than 50 water districts - public, independent and private alike - have advised against nonessential use such as lawn-watering and car washing. Others...

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