Spokane River Flows Meet Level 2 Drought Response
Spokane River levels have fallen below 1,000 cubic feet per second, prompting the city to implement Level 2 watering restrictions. The ordinance, approved in 2022, aims to conserve water and protect the Spokane Valley-Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer, crucial for local drinking water. Residents are encouraged to limit outdoor watering to two days per week and avoid watering during peak hours.