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July 14, 2023 | 9:40 AM

Why Pennsylvania remains under a drought watch, despite rain

Drought declarations are not just based on rain. They also consider soil moisture, stream flow, and groundwater, which tends to lag behind rain.
By Sophia Schmidt/ WHYY
June 16, 2023 | 3:18 PM

Drought conditions in Pennsylvania expected to last several months

By Ben Wasserstein/WITF
June 15, 2023 | 6:44 PM

Pennsylvanians asked to cut water use as state enters drought watch

During a drought watch, the focus is on increased monitoring, awareness and preparation in case conditions get worse.

By Rachel McDevitt/StateImpact Pennsylvania

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April 9, 2023 | 7:51 AM

Pennsylvania officials warn seasonal fire risks are on the rise this Spring

The greatest dangers occur during the spring months of March, April and May

By Ed Arke/WITF
September 22, 2022 | 2:28 PM

Where the Colorado River crisis is hitting home

Lake Mead, the nation’s largest reservoir, is so low it’s getting perilously close to what’s known as “deadpool,” the level where the dam’s hydropower turbines would be shut off for the first time in its 86 year history.

By Kirk Sigler/NPR
July 1, 2022 | 4:12 AM

Prescribed fires are backed by science. But shifts in climate patterns could make them more challenging

One tool meant to prevent the onset of wildfires in dying forests is a prescribed burn.

By Adriana Delagarza
October 7, 2020 | 3:00 PM

Smart Talk Thursday: Record gun purchases in Pa.; School bus industry hurting; Drought watch expanded

Pennsylvania's school bus industry raise concerns about the future of school transportation
By Merideth Bucher/WITF
August 22, 2020 | 9:49 AM

16 counties in the state now under a drought watch

Residents of those counties are being asked to reduce individual water use by 5-percent to 60 gallons per day.

By Craig Rhodes/WITF
January 15, 2017 | 8:32 AM

Drought problems continue in PA

By Radio Pennsylvania
November 12, 2016 | 8:49 AM

Drought still a concern for half the state

By Radio Pennsylvania
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