 Berkshire County in 'Significant Drought'This designation underscores the persistent dry conditions affecting the area and necessitates heightened awareness and water conservation efforts. Berkshire County in Mild DroughtThe Western and Southeast Regions will also move from a Level-3 Critical Drought to a Level-1 Mild Drought status due to improved conditions. The Cape and Islands regions remain in a Level-1 Mild Drought.  Drought Persists Across StateUnder the Massachusetts Drought Management Plan, Level 1 and Level 3 drought declarations require enhanced monitoring, coordination with state and federal agencies, communication of water-use restrictions, and technical assistance to affected municipalities. Pittsfield Outdoor Fire Ban In Effect Until Further NoticeAny requests for permits for outdoor fires, hot work such as cutting/grinding, and other activity will be decided based upon the ongoing fire risk.  Significant Drought Conditions in Berkshire CountyAs outlined in the Massachusetts Drought Management Plan, Level 2 and 3 Droughts require detailed monitoring of drought conditions. Recent Rainfall Improves Drought Conditions in Berkshire CountyThe Drought Management Task Force will meet again on Monday, Sept. 9 at 10:00 am. No Drought Conditions in Berkshire CountyAll regions of the state remain in Level 0-Normal Conditions. No Drought Conditions in Berkshire CountyOther than the islands region, all other regions of the state remain in Level 0-Normal Conditions.  No Drought Conditions in Berkshire CountyAll other regions of the state – Western, Connecticut River Valley, Central, Northeast, Southeast, and Cape Cod regions – remain in Level 0-Normal conditions. Mild Drought Conditions Declared in Berkshire CountyA Level 1-Mild Drought, as outlined in the Massachusetts Drought Management Plan, warrants detailed monitoring of drought conditions, close coordination among state and federal agencies, and technical outreach and assistance to the affected municipalities. |
