Baltimore, Md. – River flows across the mid-Atlantic are expected to stay below normal through Thursday as dry conditions hold steady, raising concerns for water supplies and agriculture.
According to the National Weather Service’s Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center, much of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware will see little to no meaningful precipitation over the next five days. Maps show streamflows dipping well below normal across parts of central Pennsylvania and northern Virginia, with scattered near-normal readings in southern Maryland.
Communities along the Susquehanna, Potomac, and Delaware rivers may notice declining stream levels as the dry spell continues. Farmers in central Pennsylvania and Maryland could see added strain on late-summer crops, while boaters and anglers should prepare for shallower waterways. Emergency managers caution that extended dry weather can stress smaller reservoirs, particularly in rural counties.
Residents are urged to limit unnecessary water use where possible and keep an eye on local updates should drought advisories expand. The National Weather Service noted that conditions could shift if a late-week storm system develops, but for now, a dry pattern dominates.
