Amid a drought warning, it rained in NYC for the 1st time in weeks. But it's not enough.
Amid an unprecedented uptick in brush fires and a drought warning, it rained in New York City for the first time in weeks Thursday.
NYC region rejoices in rain, but it's not enough to change drought conditions
Jackie Bray, New York state Commissioner of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, joined WNYC for an update.
NYC issues first drought warning in 22 years, pauses aqueduct repairs to bring in more water
Mayor Eric Adams upgraded the drought warning and halted an aqueduct repair project that had stopped drinking water from flowing from some reservoirs.
What is a drought warning? NYC, 10 New York counties, and New Jersey are all under one
New York City isn't alone in being under a drought warning. Ten nearby Hudson Valley counties are also under one, as of Monday: Delaware, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Schoharie, Sullivan, Ulster and Westchester counties.
Heavy rain expected in NYC amid historic drought warning
Heavy rain and snow is expected across the tri-state area on Thursday, a day after City officials declared the fist drought warning in over two decades.
NYC issues first drought warning in over 20 years after record rainless streak
New York City declared a drought warning on Monday, its first in 22 years, as the Northeast deals with severe dry conditions and brush fires during a historically dry autumn.
NYC under drought warning as dry streak continues
New York City and 10 other counties are now under a drought warning. The Big Apple had previously been under a drought watch​.
NYC placed under drought warning as reservoirs dry up, fire risk high
NEW YORK — City has been placed under a drought warning, with city agencies now under water restrictions and repairs to the city’s main water aqueduct put on pause as the city’s dry spell continues, Mayor Eric Adams announced Monday.
When will 'significant' rain arrive in NYC? Forecast, latest drought map
A Drought Warning was issued for New York City on Monday, but significant rain is forecast to arrive soon to the Big Apple. Here's when.
Drought warning issued in NYC: What this means
NEW YORK CITY - A drought warning for New York City has been issued, NYC Emergency Management said.
Drought watch declared across New York; Mid-Hudson and NYC under warning
Dry conditions in the state have spawned wildfires along the New York and New Jersey border and conditions seem unlikely to alleviate until storms move into the region midweek.
New York City Gets Some Rain, but Not Enough to Ease Its Drought
About two inches were forecast to fall through Saturday. Officials say it won’t be enough to fully replenish the city’s ...
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NYC Halts Firework and Open Flame Permits to Prevent Fires During Drought Emergency
NYC suspends permits for fireworks and open flames due to drought-induced fire risks, urging water conservation and vigilance ...
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FDNY creates task force to tackle NYC wildfires, brush fires amid drought
Fire Commissioner Robert Tucker moved immediately to expand the existing brush fire unit to a larger task force to fight on ...