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Rain has put out wildfires, but the drought persists across most of Massachusetts
Critical drought conditions persist across most of the state, and Cape Cod and the islands have been upgraded to a designation of “mild drought.” -
Thanksgiving storm could cause travel hiccups around New England
With record-breaking numbers of people on the road this season, rain and possible snow could complicate holiday travel. -
It's finally raining in Massachusetts. But it's not enough to end the drought.
Thursday's rain is a welcome sight. But experts warn it won't be enough to reverse the impact of two extremely dry months. -
Wildfire threat continues in much of the US Northeast as dry conditions persist
Massachusetts typically has about 15 wildland fires every October but there have been about 200 this year. -
Critical or significant drought declared for much of Massachusetts
Prolonged dry conditions are leading to wildfires and drying up streams and wells. -
Dave Epstein: Dry October, high-pressure systems behind spike in brush fires
The ongoing drought and windy conditions created more dangerous conditions for brush fires in Salem this week, with high school classes and Halloween events canceled and smoke spreading across the region. -
MBTA stations exceed 100 degrees in Downtown Boston due to extreme heat
During midday, subway stations measured more than 10 degrees hotter than the outside air. -
Ask Dave Epstein: How to read humidity forecasts
The relative humidity percentage doesn't tell the full story. -
As heat wave arrives, escaping the high temperatures isn't easy for some people
Construction workers and people with disabilities may have a harder time avoiding than other people. -
Ask Dave Epstein: How to prepare plants for a heat wave
Some plants won't be able to take the heat. Here's what to do.
