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 Despite Moderate Improvements‘Extreme’ Drought Conditions Persist on SouthCoast Despite Moderate ImprovementsHow much more rain do we need before we're out of our drought status? ABC6 Meteorologist Chelsea Priest has the answer.Michael RockMichael Rock
SouthCoast Watering Holes Drying Up as Severe Drought WorsensSouthCoast Watering Holes Drying Up as Severe Drought WorsensThe U.S. Drought Monitor says drought conditions in Southeastern Massachusetts are severe and are likely to get worse before they get better.Barry RichardBarry Richard
New Bedford Implements Voluntary Water RestrictionsNew Bedford Implements Voluntary Water RestrictionsYour brown lawn may need to wait a little longer to get watered.Michael RockMichael Rock
Acushnet Landscaper's Tips for Maintaining Your Lawn in a DroughtAcushnet Landscaper's Tips for Maintaining Your Lawn in a DroughtAn Acushnet landscaper offered some tips on what to do with your lawn when drought conditions cause the grass to become dry and burnt.Phil PaleologosPhil Paleologos
State Asks SouthCoast Area to Conserve Water During DroughtState Asks SouthCoast Area to Conserve Water During DroughtThe SouthCoast is experiencing 'significant drought' conditions prompting pleas from the state to conserve water for drinking and fire protection. Barry RichardBarry Richard
SouthCoast Experiencing Significant Drought, State SaysSouthCoast Experiencing Significant Drought, State SaysMassachusetts officials are urging residents to conserve water as drought conditions impact much of the state.Associated PressAssociated Press