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.
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.
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.
Fires in Massachusetts cause 5 towns to declare a state of emergency. Here's where
Five towns have declared a state of emergency. They include Boxford, Middleton, North Reading, North Andover, and Danvers. More than 500 acres were scorched during a blaze this week at Boxford State Forest.
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 drought elevated to “critical” phase
State officials characterized the drought in Massachusetts as being in a "critical" stage across most of the state.
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 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
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."
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.
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.
Map shows brush fires growing in Massachusetts as drought continues
NORTH ANDOVER - Some brush fires burning in Massachusetts grew rapidly on Tuesday as the state waits another day for ...
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 ...
Rain eases fire risk but drought persists in Greenfield
GREENFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The rain we have seen has been beneficial, despite wildfires still raging in parts of the state.