Most of Massachusetts now in ‘critical’ drought

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
Nearly all of Massachusetts is in a critical drought, one step away from emergency
A map released by EEA Secretary Rebecca Tepper showed a “Level 3 - Critical Drought” persisting in all regions of the state with the exception of Cape Cod and the Islands.
Most of Massachusetts now in ‘critical’ drought as water levels continue to fall
Weather stations across Massachusetts are registering rainfall deficits of 6 to 10 inches this season. Boston is running 7.4 inches below the norm while Springfield is 10 inches behind the season-to-date average.
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.
Rain in the forecast? Storm system could finally put a dent in Massachusetts drought.
Yes, that was actual rain, and a storm system could bring even more to drought-stricken Massachusetts later this week. Granted it was literally only a drop in the bucket, the only official measurable rain recorded at National Weather Service stations was .
Rain is coming to Massachusetts. Will it end the drought? Here's what to know.
"A single rainstorm can only replenish a small amount of lost moisture in the soil, offering temporary relief from drought conditions," USGS.gov stated on its website. "To truly end a drought, consistent rainfall over an extended period is needed to replenish groundwater levels and fully restore vegetation."
Drought in Massachusetts reaches 'critical' phase
Most of the state received less than an inch of rain over the last 30 days, which is 3 to 4.5 inches below normal.
Massachusetts drought elevated to 'critical' phase
State officials characterized the drought in Massachusetts as being in a "critical" stage across most of the state Tuesday.
Rain on the way after critical drought declared in Massachusetts
On Tuesday a level 3 critical drought was declared for most of Massachusetts. While some much-needed rain is on the way this week which
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