🌱 Which water uses can get you fined under Hickory’s Stage 2 rules?
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- Which water uses can get you fined under Hickory’s Stage 2 rules?
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• City Of Hickory Remains In Stage 2 Low Inflow Protocol Despite Recent Rainfall (focusnewspaper.com) — Hickory remains under Stage 2 Low Inflow Protocol, meaning all city water customers must cut use by 5–10% and follow strict rules on irrigation, car washing, and pool filling. These mandatory restrictions apply across Hickory and several neighboring communities, with escalating fines and possible service loss for repeat violations while drought conditions persist. 
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FOUND on June 9, 2026 in Hickory, NC 28602 near Henry Fork River Park Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the finder,… (Nextdoor Jh appliances)
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