Barnstable Water Resources says Cape Cod's drought status has improved and non-essential outdoor water restrictions have been eased for Hyannis Water System customers.
Conservation measures remain in place, but the updated restrictions are less stringent than those under the previous drought level.
Under the updated restrictions outdoor watering using sprinklers or automatic irrigation systems is now allowed one day per week.
Odd-numbered addresses may water on odd-numbered days, and even-numbered addresses may water on even-numbered days.
Outdoor watering is only allowed from 5 p.m. until 9 a.m., but residents may water lawns, gardens, flowers, and ornamental plants using hand-held hoses, drip irrigation, and buckets.
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