Washington Drought Emergency: Snowpack Plummets 50% After Warm Winter
WA declares statewide drought emergency after warm winter cuts snowpack in half
MyNorthwest2026.04.08Updated 6d ago
Washington's snowpack is at half its normal level. The governor has declared a statewide drought emergency heading into summer.
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Washington Governor declares statewide drought emergency as winter warmth devastates snowpack levels, cutting them to half normal capacity. The reduced snowpack threatens water supplies heading into summer months. State officials warn of potential impacts on agriculture, hydropower, and residential water availability.
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