Poland Spring Reduces Water Pumping Amid Maine's Drought
Maine is experiencing a severe drought, with minimal rainfall and hundreds of wells running dry, affecting many residents.
A viewer, Douglas, asked the CBS13 I-Team about the situation, prompting an investigation into water bottling operations.
Maine Department of Environmental Protection Regulations
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection requires companies with significant groundwater wells to monitor water levels closely and reduce or halt pumping if levels drop too low.
Poland Spring's Response
Poland Spring has voluntarily implemented a "significant" reduction in withdrawals at their Clear Spring site in Hollis and other locations across Maine, including Fryeburg, as of September 1.
The DEP says it’s currently not aware of any water bottling operations that have been required to reduce or stop withdrawals during this drought.
Author's summary: Poland Spring reduces water pumping in Maine due to drought.