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Wednesday, November 4, 2026 Stow, Massachusetts · Change town
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Level 3 Critical Drought Alert Remains Active Across Stow

Stow is under an active Level 3 Critical Drought designation — the state's second-highest severity tier — as the town enters the final days of June. The town's official website is directing residents to a dedicated drought information page for the latest guidance on potential water-use …

DATELINE: STOW

The most consequential item on Stow's radar this Sunday is an active Level 3 Critical Drought designation, the state's second-highest drought tier, which the town is asking residents to monitor and respond to.

TOWN HALL

The town's website is carrying a standing alert for a Level 3 Critical Drought, directing residents to the town's dedicated Drought Information webpage for current guidance. Level 3 is classified as a "critical" threshold under the Massachusetts Drought Management Plan, meaning conditions are severe enough to prompt voluntary or mandatory conservation measures depending on local water supply status. Residents are encouraged to check the town's drought page for any restrictions that may apply to outdoor water use.

Also still active on the town's homepage: a notice that an affordable housing unit is available for sale to an eligible household. An information session was held earlier this month, and interested residents can find details through the town's official website at stow-ma.gov.

Looking ahead on the municipal calendar, the Conservation Commission is scheduled to meet Tuesday, June 30.

COMMUNITY & ARTS

No new library programs or community events were announced in this cycle.

ELSEWHERE IN THE NEWS

No new coverage from Patch, MetroWest Daily News, or The Boston Globe in this cycle.

COMING UP

- Tuesday, June 30: Conservation Commission meeting, check the town calendar at stow-ma.gov for time and location.

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