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A Drought In Massachusetts? Here's How It Happened, Despite A Winter Full Of Snow.
Several towns are already instituting water restrictions leaving many residents scratching their heads.
March 20, 2026
After all the snow that fell in Massachusetts this winter, how could the state possibly still be in a drought?
Find out what's happening in Across Massachusettsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Several towns are already instituting water restrictions leaving many residents scratching their heads.
The latest drought monitor shows that more than 50% of Massachusetts is currently in a "moderate" drought and more than 90% of the state has some drought classification.
Find out what's happening in Across Massachusettsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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