Massachusetts drought won't end with long-awaited rain

Drought crisis in Massachusetts reaches worst level yet. This recent rain will help but won’t end it.
For the first time since August 2022, parts of Massachusetts have reached the most urgent drought level — extreme drought — due to the months-long dry weather that has strained New England’s resources and fueled an unprecedented number of wildfires, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.
Massachusetts drought won't end with the long-awaited rain, but it will help
There is finally significant rain in the forecast for the drought in Massachusetts. Some towns might even see a little snow.
How much rain has fallen across drought-stricken Massachusetts?
Rainy days may have soaked our parade, but the long-term soaking is beneficial across Massachusetts, which is deep in a drought that's fueled wildfires and limited water supplies.
The drought in Massachusetts is getting worse. See map of drought levels around state
The U.S. Drought Monitor currently classifies just over 66% of the state as being in a severe drought covering most of the Boston area, North shore, Central Massachusetts and Western Massachusetts. Other parts of the state are considered to be in a moderate drought, while the Cape and Islands are currently classified as abnormally dry.
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Most of Massachusetts under 'critical' drought, one step from 'emergency'
METEOROLOGIST MIKE WANKU With 37 active wildfires across the state, Massachusetts officials said Tuesday that more of the state is now in critical drought — just one step away from emergency drought conditions.
Massachusetts should get ‘much-welcomed’ rain, even snow in spots amid ‘Critical Drought’ as wildfires keep burning
Massachusetts should get ‘much-welcomed’ rain, even snow in spots amid ‘Critical Drought’ as wildfires keep burning
Critical drought declared for most of Massachusetts
While there is a chance for rain in the forecast, state officials declared that the drought in Massachusetts has reached a critical level.
Massachusetts residents are being asked to conserve water because of wildfires, drought
""Residents, businesses and facilities should minimize their water use as much as possible, and there should be no outdoor fires at this time."
Drought still major concern despite rain in Massachusetts
Despite some rain on Thursday. drought and low water levels remain a concern for Mass. communities, with some getting creative to conserve.
It's finally raining in Massachusetts. But it's not enough to end the drought.
Thursday's rain is a welcome sight. But experts warn it won't be enough to reverse the impact of two extremely dry months.
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