drought

Following the success of mandatory conservation measures and the steady improvement of drought conditions statewide, the city is easing water restrictions. Full story...

2007 was the driest year on record in North Carolina. In Wilmington we finished off the year almost two feet below normal. 2008 has gotten off to a wetter start, which is good news for area lakes including Jordan Lake, which is our main water source. Full story...

The main source of water for Raleigh is officially overflowing, but just barely. Full story...

Businesses and residents that use private water supplies in North Carolina are required to report how much water they use. Full story...

Gov. Mike Easley wants the Legislature to give him more power to curb water use and require local systems to better prepare for droughts. Full story...

The effects of the national housing crisis have trickled down all the way to the local timber industry. Full story...

Drought observers say a portion of North Carolina has pulled out of drought conditions. Full story...

Every county in North Carolina remains under a severe drought or worse despite a slight improvement in conditions. Full story...

North Carolina officials are reinstating a statewide ban on outdoor burning. Full story...

About half of North Carolina remains under exceptional drought conditions. Full story...