Lower snowpacks over the past few winters and the earlier start to the spring have contributed to drought conditions that are worsening across central Maine.
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More than half of Maine in moderate drought
The worsening conditions mean increased costs for farmers and their customers, but there’s a silver lining for fans of Maine blueberries.
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Posted inMaine, New England
New Hampshire asks some residents to reduce water use to offset drought
More than half of Maine and parts of eastern Vermont are also in a moderate drought.
Posted inBethel, Franklin, Maine, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Western Maine groundwater levels ‘some of the lowest we’ve ever seen’
At least some part of the region has been in drought conditions since June 2020.
Posted inMaine
Drought conditions persist in parts of northern Maine
Parts of northern Somerset and Franklin counties were experiencing severe drought conditions.
Posted inPerspective
Water wells are at risk of going dry in the US and worldwide
The US has one of the highest groundwater use rates in the world. When wells run dry, households may opt to conserve water, find new sources or sell and move.
Posted inPerspective
Reducing water use in the age of drought and climate change
Even if you don’t live in an area with mandatory conservation measures, cutting back on your use can save water, energy and money.
Posted inPerspective
Drought-related crises are afflicting millions. Desert dwellers can offer advice.
If we accept that we live in a desert nation, we can glean insights about how to live with aridity.
Posted inMaine, News
July’s rain rejuvenates Maine coast, but drought persists inland
Precipitation levels remain below normal for 2021 overall.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News
Rainfall helps parched Midcoast, Androscoggin County
The US Drought Monitor report states that most areas have improved from moderate drought to abnormally dry, the lowest of the five drought categories.