Drought Conditions Improve in Charles Town and Martinsburg
U.S. Drought Monitor Indicates Conditions Have Improved in the Eastern Panhandle
The Panhandle News Network | Monday, May 26, 2025
Recent reports from the U.S. Drought Monitor show significant improvement in drought conditions across the Eastern Panhandle, specifically in areas such as Martinsburg and Charles Town. With two inches of rain recorded within a day and additional rainfall throughout the spring, these regions have progressed from Severe Drought (D2) to Moderate Drought (D1) after being affected for 30 weeks. Furthermore, Paw Paw and the Town of Bath have seen conditions improve from Moderate Drought (D1) to Abnormally Dry (D0). The Climate Prediction Center's May Drought Outlook indicates a continued trend towards improvement for these areas, offering hope for local communities and farmers alike, as reported by The Panhandle News Network.