Most of Massachusetts now in ‘critical’ drought

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.
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.
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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Boston and many surrounding communities have been spared the worst, thanks to the Quabbin and Wachusett reservoirs
Map shows where Massachusetts residents are asked to "aggressively reduce" water use due to drought
Drought conditions have reached significant or critical levels in much of Massachusetts, state officials said.
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.

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