Only the years 2012, 2021 and 2022 were more unusually dry this late in the year, putting 2024 in fourth place for countrywide dryness since such records began in 2000.
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Maine sees some rain, but not enough to make up for a dry fall
This week’s rain, though beneficial, won’t make much of a dent in 6 to 9-inch rainfall deficits throughout the state, the National Weather Service said.
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Maine experiencing ‘abnormally dry’ fall, heightened wildfire concerns
About 74% of the state was abnormally dry or in a moderate drought at the end of October, making it easier for wildfires to spread.
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Drought is widespread and intense in the eastern U.S.: What to know
Some prospects for improvement lie ahead in August as more rainfall is anticipated.
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Drought, fire risk to stay high during third La Niña winter
Federal weather officials say drought and wildfire risks will remain elevated in the western states while warmer than average temperatures will greet the Southwest, Gulf Coast and East Coast this winter.
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August rains eased drought, but parched areas remain
Less than half of the state was experiencing drought conditions as of Aug. 30, down from 72 percent just over a month ago.
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Arizona, Nevada hit with water cuts but rebuff call for deeper ones
Lake Mead is currently less than a quarter full and the 7 states overall that depend on its water missed a federal deadline to announce proposals on plans to cut additional water use next year.
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Private wells running dry in Maine as drought persists
York, Cumberland and Kennebec counties are hardest hit, according to Maine Drought Task Force.
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High temperatures, no rain are taking a toll on farmers
Pastures are drying up, second crop hay isn’t growing, and yields may be lower due to weather conditions this summer.
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Coastal Maine enters severe drought conditions as dry weather continues
Eight counties on the coast have gone from moderate to severe drought status since last week, according to the latest update from the U.S. Drought Monitor.