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About Drought Status Updates: NIDIS and partners issue drought status updates to communicate a potential area of concern for drought expansion and/or development, based on recent conditions and the upcoming forecast.
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Fall foliage over rolling hills in the Northeast U.S.
Drought Status Update for the Northeast
October 27, 2023

Drought Persists in Western New York; No Drought in New England as We Approach Winter.

Fall foliage over rolling hills in the Northeast U.S.
Drought Early Warning Update for the Northeast
September 29, 2023

Dry Conditions Persist In Western New York; New England and New York Anticipate Vibrant Fall Colors.

For more information, visit the Northeast DEWS Dashboard.

Fall foliage over rolling hills in the Northeast U.S.
Drought Early Warning Update for the Northeast
August 25, 2023

Autumn Approaches with Little Drought in Sight

For more information, visit the Northeast DEWS Dashboard.

Fall foliage over rolling hills in the Northeast U.S.
Drought Early Warning Update for the Northeast
July 14, 2023

Too Much Rain Relief in Some Areas

For more information, visit the Northeast DEWS Dashboard.

Fall foliage over rolling hills in the Northeast U.S.
Drought Early Warning Update for the Northeast
June 28, 2023

Much of Connecticut and Portions of Western and Southeastern New York Saw Deteriorating Conditions Mid-Month

Fall foliage over rolling hills in the Northeast U.S.
Drought Early Warning Update for the Northeast
June 9, 2023

Drought Develops in Maine, New York, and Vermont; Record 30-Day Rainfall Deficits in Central New York