MARION, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—Marion County is currently grappling with drought conditions, prompting Aqua, Marion’s water supplier, to issue a water conservation today.
This directive urges residents to reduce nonessential water use as the dry spell impacts a significant portion of the population.
To assist in protecting the county’s water supply, residents are encouraged to conserve water and stay informed about local conditions. Monitoring updates from local news outlets and the official Drought.gov website is advised for the latest information on the ongoing drought.
The water shortage has been attributed to a prolonged period of below-normal precipitation in the region. Drought.gov reports that approximately 30% of Marion County is currently affected by drought conditions, marking a concerning 100% increase in drought-affected areas.
August 2025 was recorded as the third driest August in the last 131 years for Marion County.
Marion County Now will continue to cover this developing story.