Water scarcity is often viewed as an issue for the arid American West, but the U.S. Northeast's experience in 2024 shows how severe droughts can occur in just about any part of the country.

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The local implications of these Tier 3 and Tier 4 drought conditions could lead to heightened wildfire risks, excessive algae ...

Reservoir capacity remains good statewide, but many reservoirs in central and southern Utah could struggle to refill if dry conditions linger.