Connecticut Drought

The mayor of Norwalk is declaring a water emergency for the city, effective Friday, because of drought conditions. Mayor Harry Rilling said in a news release that he is issuing mandatory water conservation measures “to prevent a much larger water crisis.” The city said Norwalk has had historically low levels of rain, including the least amount of rain on record…

Gov. Ned Lamont has requested disaster declarations be approved for Litchfield and New Haven counties due to the difficulty for agricultural producers faced with the ongoing drought. The governor submitted a request to the U.S. Department of Agriculture on Monday, asking for the approval of primary natural disaster declarations. In his request, Lamont cites the high drought level for...

The drought conditions Connecticut experienced this summer did a number on the fruit crop, which means your family apple and pumpkin picking experience might be a bit different this year.

While we have seen some impressive storms over the last week, it’s not enough to put a dent in the drought. Water companies continue to ask customers to do their part to conserve.

While we have seen some impressive storms over the last week, it’s not enough to put a dent in the drought. Water companies continue to ask customers to do their part to conserve. For the majority of the state, conditions are dry. The U.S. Drought Monitor says the eastern part of the state is seeing extreme drought while most...

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that businesses impacted by the ongoing drought in Connecticut can now apply for aid. Farmers in New London, Windham, Hartford, Middlesex and Tolland counties can apply for the Economic Injury Disaster loan. The U.S. secretary of agriculture recently issued a disaster declaration, which is aimed at helping farmers recover from damages...

Norwich Public Utilities has issued a water supply warning and homes and businesses are asked to reduce water use by 10% amid ongoing drought conditions. “With the ongoing drought in the region and no significant rain in the immediate weather forecast, we are approaching a serious water supply situation. Therefore, we must strongly encourage our customers to be more aware…

The United States Department of Agriculture has designated New London and Windham counties as primary natural disaster areas due to the recent drought, according to the governor’s office. That could allow farmers in these counties, as well as others, to be eligible for aid. Gov. Ned Lamont said he has received notification from U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Thomas Vilsack...

The U.S. Geological Survey is monitoring river levels in Connecticut to determine what areas are experiencing drought conditions.

Farmers’ crops are being hit hard by worsening drought conditions. Connecticut is attempting to assist farmers with financials.

New London and Windham counties are in stage 3 drought and residents are being called upon to make changes in their water usage.

On Thursday, two eastern counties were moved up to a stage three drought level, and people are being asked to conserve.

We haven’t seen a lot of rain over the last several weeks, and that’s having an impact. On Thursday, two eastern counties were moved up to a stage three drought level, and people are being asked to conserve. Lawns are looking a little less green and a little more brown. All across the state, we’re seeing below-normal levels of...

The height of the Shetucket River in Norwich has never been as low as it is right now amid the state’s ongoing drought.

Both New London and Windham counties have reached Stage 3, or moderate, drought levels due to more serious conditions emerging, according to Gov. Ned Lamont. The governor’s office said the other six Connecticut counties will remain at Stage 2, which was declared in mid-July. In Stage 3, there’s a potential impact to water supplies, agriculture or natural ecosystems. Stage 2…

The severe drought continues and could be affecting the trees, putting Connecticut’s forests at stake.

Drought conditions continue statewide and the impact is wide-ranging. Farmers are having a tough time and a lot of towns are being asked to conserve water.

The Yantic River is experiencing severe low water levels as Connecticut continues to endure a harsh drought.

The DEEP sent out a rare high fire danger alert to parts of Connecticut. The low humidity and drought conditions only fuel the flames.

In response to continued drought conditions, some Connecticut communities are being asked to conserve water. Connecticut Water issued a conservation request to five shoreline towns, asking people to reduce their water usage by 15%. Clinton, Guilford, Old Saybrook, Madison and Westbrook are included in the request. “We can’t arrive at a spot one month or two months from now wishing…