For the first time 22 years, New York City is under a drought warning — the last step before a disaster declaration could impose mandatory water restrictions. Unusually dry weather has been ...

New York City declares first drought warning in 22 years amid historic lack of rain New York Mayor Eric Adams on Monday issued the first drought warning since 2002 amid historically low rainfall ...

After recent rainfall, the state Department of Environmental Conservation announced New York is no longer under a drought watch, but meteorologists said Long Island needs more time and more rain ...

It’s forecasted to rain over the next few days, which is good news after two months of dryness. But we’re still in a drought warning — the first in over 20 years.

Rain began to fall in New York City early Thursday, providing a partial respite after weeks of abnormally dry conditions forced the city to declare its first drought warning in over 20 years.

People in New York have been told to expect heavy rainfall, possible flooding and thunderstorms in the next week or so just days after drought-like conditions had hit the city ...

Rain became a distant memory in New York as summer gave way to fall: More than 90 days went by without meaningful rainfall in the region. Since Oct. 1, the New York City area has received only ...

This seasonal dance choreographed by Mother Nature marks a special time for the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is when residents clasp their hands, hoping for much-needed moisture to dampen ...

First Alert Weather: Record warmth possible on Wednesday 03:24. NEW YORK — A drought watch has been issued across parts of New York, including New York City, the state Department of ...

NEW YORK -- With record warmth and no rain, the Tri-State Area continues to dry out and the drought worsens. ... 12.2 million residents and 6.4% of New York are experiencing a drought.

I am declaring a statewide drought watch because of a historic shortage of rainfall. I am also elevating 15 counties in the Mid-Hudson region and in New York City to a drought warning.