The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has lifted drought advisories for the entire state, thanks to two weeks of plentiful rainfall.
The last time the entire state was not under a drought advisory was approximately one year ago, on June 20, 2024.
Twelve counties in Northern Virginia and the Shenandoah regions of the state were still under a drought watch before this change announced today.
The counties included Arlington, Augusta, Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, Frederick, Loudoun, Page, Prince William, Rockingham, Shenandoah and Warren.
The rainfall has improved soil moisture and surface water flows within all major watersheds, according to the DEQ.
Improvements in groundwater levels have also been observed throughout the state.
Only a few wells in the Eastern Shore, Northern Virginia, Roanoke and Shenandoah regions are reporting below normal levels.
Storage volumes at all major water supply reservoirs remain at normal levels.
The current drought status can be found on the DEQ website.
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Crystal Graham
