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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.

The Boston Globe · 42m

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.

MassLive · 4h

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.

WBUR · 4h

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.

Gloucester Daily Times · 2h

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.

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CBS Boston on MSN · 12h

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 .

The Patriot Ledger · 3h

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."

News 12 (Video) on MSN · 20h

Rain finally returns to forecast on Wednesday into Thursday across LI

Showers will move out late morning, but we could see some more sprinkles or showers to end off the week with gusty winds and chilly temperatures.

2hon MSN

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 ...

32mon MSN

Most of Mass. under 'critical' drought, one step from 'emergency'

With 37 active wildfires across the state, Massachusetts officials said Tuesday that more of the state is now in critical ...

6hon MSN

Entire state of Massachusetts under red flag warnings as Northeast wildfire outbreak persists

Firefighters battling an outbreak of wildfires across the Northeast amid a historic autumn drought could get some relief from ...

Daily Hampshire Gazette6h

Area briefs: Critical drought in Mass.; Rowing group to enhance annual regatta; Thoreau scholarship applications

Critical drought declared statewideBOSTON — With precipitation at an unprecedented low over the last three months, Energy and ...

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Rain could arrive Wednesday night. Will it be enough to ease the drought in Central Mass.?

A high-pressure system that has locked the area in dry weather for weeks will move offshore, and a low-pressure system over ...

Should Massachusetts gardners be worried about drought? Tips from an expert

Jess Zander, of You Can Do It Gardening, offers advice for Massachusetts plant parents and sets expectations for what the ...

WWLP-22News1d

Tracking wet and possibly wintry weather in Massachusetts this week

While this won’t end the drought, it will help put a dent in it and mitigate the risk of brush fires. There even could be ...

CBS News6d

Christmas trees planted this year are dying because of the drought in Massachusetts

MENDON - The drought in Massachusetts might not hurt Christmas trees sales this year, but a few years from now, it could ...

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