Drought: Water restrictions maintained in Haute-Savoie in November

Despite recent rains, the enhanced alert level persists for the Usses, requiring continued vigilance over water resources.

Generic image of a dry riverbed with cracked earth, symbolizing drought.
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Generic image of a dry riverbed with cracked earth, symbolizing drought.

Water usage restrictions concerning the Haute-Savoie's Usses rivers are extended and adjusted to the enhanced alert level (level 3/4) from October 31 to November 20.

Although October brought rainy spells that slightly increased water levels, water resource tensions persist in several areas of the department. The drought that began in autumn requires increased vigilance.
Following consultation with the Water Resources Committee, the Prefect has decided to maintain restriction measures for November, adapted to the situation of each watershed.
For more information, consult the Haute-Savoie prefecture's website or the prefectural decree.
Based on information from the official source: Syndicat de rivières les Usses (SYR'Usses) (30/10/2026)