Mount Holly, NJ – Recent rainfall has slightly reduced severe and extreme drought in New Jersey, but dry conditions still cover 99% of the area.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, three of the last six months—September, October, and January—set record lows for rainfall. The remaining months—November, December, and February—barely reached normal precipitation levels. Despite recent rain events, long-term moisture deficits continue to affect the region.
Experts stress that a single rainstorm will not end the drought. The area needs a consistent wet weather pattern to fully recover. Until then, dry conditions will persist, potentially affecting agriculture, water resources, and wildfire risks.
Officials encourage residents to conserve water and stay updated on drought conditions. Further rain could help, but a long-term shift in weather patterns remains necessary for full recovery.
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