Massachusetts Drought Remains ‘Significant’ in PlacesMassachusetts Drought Remains ‘Significant’ in PlacesEven with the recent rainfall, Massachusetts is still experiencing 'significant' drought conditions in portions of the Commonwealth.Barry RichardBarry Richard
Massachusetts 1960s Drought Was the ‘Drought of Record’Massachusetts 1960s Drought Was the ‘Drought of Record’The Massachusetts Rivers Alliance said the nine-year drought from 1961-1969 is considered the 'drought of record' for the Bay State.Barry RichardBarry Richard
New Bedford Residents Advised Not to Run Sprinklers Due to DroughtNew Bedford Residents Advised Not to Run Sprinklers Due to DroughtNew Bedford residents are being advised not to run outdoor sprinkler systems due to the ongoing drought conditions in southeastern Massachusetts.Tim WeisbergTim Weisberg
Westport Christmas Tree Farm Has No Choice But to Close EarlyWestport Christmas Tree Farm Has No Choice But to Close EarlyIt's been a tough year for Christmas tree sales due, in part, to a drought, causing one Westport tree farm to shut its doors after one week. GazelleGazelle
The 2022 Massachusetts Drought Is Not Over YetThe 2022 Massachusetts Drought Is Not Over YetPortions of Southeastern Massachusetts are still experiencing critical drought conditions. Barry RichardBarry Richard
The SouthCoast Drought Persists Despite Lots of RainThe SouthCoast Drought Persists Despite Lots of RainThe Massachusetts Executive Office of Environment and Energy Affairs lowered the region's drought level status but warns the drought is not over yet. Barry RichardBarry Richard
SouthCoast Drought Impacts Fall Harvest and Christmas TreesSouthCoast Drought Impacts Fall Harvest and Christmas TreesLocally-grown Christmas trees could be in short supply due to the summer drought here on the SouthCoast.Barry RichardBarry Richard
'Extreme' Drought Conditions Persist on SouthCoast'Extreme' Drought Conditions Persist on SouthCoastHow much more rain do we need before we're out of our drought status? ABC6 Meteorologist Chelsea Priest has the answer.Michael RockMichael Rock
Is SouthCoast's Summer Drought Over?Is SouthCoast's Summer Drought Over?With a couple of rainy days under our belt, we check with ABC6 meteorologist Chelsea Priest to see if it's enough to end the drought of 2022. Michael RockMichael Rock
What Drought Means for SouthCoast ApplesWhat Drought Means for SouthCoast ApplesWe've all heard a lot about this summer's serious drought and all the things it is affecting, but are orchards on that list? We spoke to some local farmers to find out.Nancy HallNancy Hall