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NoVA Is No Longer Under Drought Conditions

Tropical Storm Debby helped much of the state recover from its deficits.

Virginia drought map August 2024
Virginia drought map August 2024 (Courtesy Virginia Department of Environmental Quality)

Tropical Storm Debby dumped enough rain in Virginia that NoVA is no longer facing a drought.

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality on Friday lifted drought advisories that included watches and warnings for 76 counties and cities.

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A drought warning remains in effect for the Shenandoah region and a watch for the Big Sandy region.

The warning means a significant drought is imminent in the following counties: Augusta, Clarke, Frederick, Page, Rockingham, Shenandoah, and Warren. 

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When Debby swept through, some parts of Virginia received more than 8 inches of rain. Major water supply reservoirs have recovered from their deficits and are within normal ranges, DEQ said. 

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Feature image courtesy Virginia Department of Environmental Quality

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