Drought impacts local fire department as fire risk remains high

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A total of 3.6 million people in Connecticut are being impacted by a statewide drought, according to Connecticut’s Department of Agriculture.

In rural communities such as Somers, the fire department said its dry hydrants and water sources are experiencing low levels of water.

In a statement to NBC Connecticut, the Fire Chief David Lenart said the low water levels are impacting the department’s operations, including its training…

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