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New Jersey American Water Encourages Customers to Save Water and Money During Fix a Leak Week
New Jersey American Water is joining the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Fix a Leak Week by sharing simple steps customers can take to find and fix household leaks. These everyday actions help reduce water waste, protect homes and lower monthly bills. This year's event comes at an especially important time, as New Jersey is still under a drought warning due to ongoing dry conditions across the state.
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