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Washington declares first statewide drought emergency in over a decade as early snowmelt threatens summer water supplies
1+ hour, 39+ min ago (438+ words) SPOKANE, Wash. " The Washington Department of Ecology issued the state's first statewide drought emergency in more than a decade this week, marking a significant escalation from the regional drought conditions that have affected parts of Washington for the past three…...
Florida drought leads to surge in wildfires, peak season still ahead
16+ hour, 41+ min ago (728+ words) Firefighters are seen amid smoky conditions at the scene of a recent brush fire near U. S. 19 in Homosassa. TALLAHASSEE " Drought conditions in Florida have helped spur 1, 500 wildfires in the first three months of the year, Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson said. That…...
NWS issued elevated wildfire risk statement in Southern Tier
1+ hour, 24+ min ago (62+ words) WBNG NWS issued elevated wildfire risk statement in Southern Tier West Endicott Park carousel in need of repairs ahead of summer season Richford Fire Department seeks bids for new station project Breezy and mild conditions continue with a few chances…...
DNR prepares for fire season; , too early to predict severity
4+ hour, 58+ min ago (561+ words) OLYMPIA " Washington wildfire officials say it's too early to predict the severity of the 2026 fire season, but early indicators, including the state's fourth consecutive year of drought, point to elevated risk. " The Department of Natural Resources is still analyzing drought,…...
Alabama drought declared natural disaster by USDA
4+ hour, 19+ min ago (14+ words) Yahoo Alabama drought declared natural disaster by USDA...
Disaster loans available for 2025 drought losses
4+ hour, 1+ min ago (62+ words) ncwlife. com Small businesses and private nonprofits in Washington state are still eligible to apply for federal disaster loans to offset economic losses caused by drought beginning in July of last year. The U. S. Small Business Administration is reminding those affected…...
Fire seasons in B. C. becoming longer and more volatile
2+ hour, 54+ min ago (395+ words) KAMLOOPS " Already this year, Kamloops Fire Rescue has been called to multiple grass and interface fires within the city. "I am concerned about 2026, it's potentially a very active season," said Mike Flannigan, BC Innovation Research Chair in Predictive Services, Emergency…...
Drought worsens in central, NC farmers and rural communities feeling strained
3+ hour, 31+ min ago (451+ words) LOUISBURG, N. C. (WTVD) -- Drought conditions across central North Carolina are creating growing challenges for farmers as they prepare to harvest some crops and plant others, raising concerns about yields and long-term economic impacts. Fields in Franklin County show signs of prolonged…...
North Carolina burn ban affects Triad events as wildfire risk grows; violations can bring fines
3+ hour, 18+ min ago (430+ words) HIGH POINT, N. C. " A statewide burn ban remains in effect across North Carolina as dry conditions continue to fuel wildfire risk, with officials warning that violations could lead to fines of nearly $300. The North Carolina Forest Service says worsening drought conditions…...
Drought Impacts" ag workshop set for Monday
5+ hour, 38+ min ago (194+ words) The Routt County CSU Extension and Community Agriculture Alliance are hosting a free evening workshop "Responding to Drought Impacts in 2026: Workshop for Livestock Producers" from 5: 30-8: 15 p. m. Monday, April 13 in Steamboat Springs. The free, hands-on workshop includes dinner and will help participants…...