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
Drought Conditions Improve Across MassachusettsDrought Conditions Improve Across MassachusettsConditions remain dry, and residents are still urged to conserve water and prevent the spread of wildfires. Mary SerrezeMary Serreze
Baker Declares October 'Massachusetts Cranberry Month'Baker Declares October 'Massachusetts Cranberry Month'Producers are using new technology and methods to adjust to drought conditions, officials said. Mary SerrezeMary Serreze
Southeastern Mass Enters 'Critical Drought' StageSoutheastern Mass Enters 'Critical Drought' StageDry conditions make the area ripe for wildfires, according to the state fire marshal. Mary SerrezeMary Serreze
County Fire Patrol Plane Flips at Plymouth Municipal AirportCounty Fire Patrol Plane Flips at Plymouth Municipal AirportThe Cessna flipped upon landing due to a strong gust of wind, authorities said.Mary SerrezeMary Serreze
Mitchell On DroughtMitchell On DroughtThe Southcoast recently experienced a few days of rain following a lengthy abscence which triggered a drought warning from state officials.Dan McCreadyDan McCready
USDA Drought TipsUSDA Drought TipsThe U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service is providing local farmers with some tips to help them conserve water should the area experience another long-term drought next year.Dan McCreadyDan McCready