These new provisions aim to better manage the department's water resources. For detailed information on the current decree and the specific situation in each commune, citizens are encouraged to visit the State Services' website. This portal provides reference documents on drought, including the framework decree of April 20, 2026, a situation update dated October 9, 2026, and a map of alert zones.
It is noted that some communes may be affected by multiple alert zones, leading to specific measures depending on the resource and usage. An interactive tool, Restreau 34, developed by the Hérault DDTM, allows real-time access to the alert level and applicable restrictions for any given commune, for individuals, professionals, and local authorities alike.
Furthermore, at the initiative of the AMF 34, communes and intercommunalities in Hérault are invited to adhere to a departmental charter titled 'Let's save water, my commune is committed'. This adherence, formalized by a resolution, includes the appointment of a dedicated 'water' elected official.
This initiative is complemented by public-facing infographics and specific fact sheets for the agricultural sector, developed in partnership with the Chamber of Agriculture, to raise awareness and inform widely about the restriction measures.
