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Recent flooding in Western Massachusetts underscores the rapidly changing climate
Other Regions Remain in Normal Conditions
Drought Persists within Northeast, Cape Cod, and Islands Regions
Cape Cod, Islands, and Northeast Continue to be Impacted
Cape Cod, Islands, and Northeast Continue to Have Lingering Drought Impacts
Practicing Water Conservation Significantly Benefits Water Supply Systems
Conditions Worsen in Cape Cod, Islands, and Western Regions
Public is Asked to Continue to Practice Water Conservation Methods
Northeast and Central Regions Elevated to Critical Drought Status as Watersheds are Further Impacted
