Severe drought and wildfires heighten risk statewide
Massachusetts is dealing with widespread wildfires and severe drought, both of which heighten the risk of additional fires ...
Boston weather: ‘Well-needed rainfall’ coming amid long critical drought and high fire risk
After a few more sunny, warm days, some rainfall in the later week is set to provide some “temporary relief” amid the drought ...
Beneficial rain expected Thursday across Southern New England
A soaking rain is expected across all of Southern New England on Thursday, which will help make a dent in the drought.
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Worsening drought conditions bring tighter fire, water restrictions
A red flag warning is still in effect across Massachusetts due to "severe" drought conditions across about 68% of the state.
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Lack of Rain Heightening Brush Fire Risks Across Region
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Fire departments across western Massachusetts are still battling brush fires, as the dry weather ...
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Brockton bans outdoor burning amid severe drought, increased wildfire risk
The Brockton Fire Department has prohibited outdoor after severe drought conditions cause fire concerns. Here's what ...
Dry weather and wind contributing to elevated wildfire conditions throughout Northeast
The National Weather Service warned Sunday that dry weather conditions, relative humidity and winds "will contribute to an ...
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State of emergency declared in parched region following historically dry autumn: 'We have never experienced conditions like this'
A historically dry autumn for portions of the Northeast has left many areas parched and prone to rare wildfires.