drought

Though Fall River's overall risk from climate change is the lowest in the state by some metrics, it still faces potential challenges.

Even with the recent rainfall, Massachusetts is still experiencing 'significant' drought conditions in portions of the Commonwealth.

The Massachusetts Rivers Alliance said the nine-year drought from 1961-1969 is considered the 'drought of record' for the Bay State.

New Bedford residents are being advised not to run outdoor sprinkler systems due to the ongoing drought conditions in southeastern Massachusetts.

It'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.

Portions of Southeastern Massachusetts are still experiencing critical drought conditions.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Environment and Energy Affairs lowered the region's drought level status but warns the drought is not over yet.

Locally-grown Christmas trees could be in short supply due to the summer drought here on the SouthCoast.

How much more rain do we need before we're out of our drought status? ABC6 Meteorologist Chelsea Priest has the answer.

The U.S. Drought Monitor says drought conditions in Southeastern Massachusetts are severe and are likely to get worse before they get better.