Easton hydrant sprinkler hours (July 1–4) ended—drought watch water tips

Easton residents got a short, summer-focused option for beating the heat last week: the City scheduled fire hydrants with sprinklers to be opened in a limited daytime window.

Hydrant sprinklers: the scheduled July 1–4 window has passed

The City of Easton said it would help residents cool down during the July heat by opening fire hydrants with sprinklers at locations listed in the City’s graphic. The scheduled window ran Wednesday, July 1 through Saturday, July 4, each day from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

That hydrant-sprinkler access period is now over, but the City’s drought-and-heat messaging is still relevant as summer conditions continue.

Northampton County drought watch: voluntary 5% cut and easy steps

At the same time, Easton Suburban Water Authority posted a Drought Watch message for Northampton County. Even with supplies described as stable, the utility asked customers to voluntarily reduce water use by at least 5% and provided practical steps residents can take right away, including:

• Shortening showers
• Delaying car washing
• Repairing leaks
• Reducing outdoor watering

What Pennsylvania DEP says about drought status (Watch vs. emergency)

Pennsylvania DEP’s drought information page lists Northampton County as being in Drought Watch. DEP also explains that drought watch and drought warning are informational declarations, while drought emergency declarations are the ones with mandatory conservation requirements (approved through additional steps, including final approval by the Governor).

DEP adds that localized conditions can vary, and residents should follow guidance from their local water supplier—especially if conservation measures are requested while dry conditions persist.

What to do now

Since the City’s July 1–4 hydrant-sprinkler window has already ended, the continuing takeaway is the water-conservation request connected to the drought watch. If it’s hot and dry where you live, the quickest impact is usually the same items Easton Suburban Water Authority highlighted: fix leaks, cut back on outdoor watering, and reduce shower and washing time.

For updates, check Easton Suburban Water Authority’s current alerts and DEP’s drought status information.

Sources

• City of Easton News Flash (posted July 1, 2026): Open fire hydrants around town Wed. – Sat. (sprinklers) — noon to 6 p.m.
• Easton Suburban Water Authority: Emergency Alert / Current Alerts (Drought Watch for Northampton County)
• Pennsylvania DEP: Drought Information (includes Northampton County in Drought Watch + how declarations work)