LocalCape Fear drought continues as El Niño could bring wetter summer conditions Conor Doherty, May 1, 2026
News2 massive Georgia wildfires destroy more than 100 homes, scorch over 38,000 acres CBS News, April 25, 2026
LocalDrought challenges NC Farmers, but Wilmington strawberry farm thrives Charles McKeller, April 24, 2026
BrunswickDry spell intensifies, Wilmington may face restrictions soon Charles McKeller, April 20, 2026
LocalWilmington Municipal Golf Course adapts irrigation system to manage water use during dry conditions Conor Doherty, April 17, 2026
LocalLack of Rain in the Cape Fear continues to impact bees among other NC Wildlife Charles McKeller, April 13, 2026
NewsCrews battle fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California that's forced some to evacuate Associated Press, April 4, 2026
CarolinasDrought intensifies across NC, 15 counties now in extreme conditions WWAY News, April 2, 2026
BrunswickCape Fear region facing moderate to severe drought conditions Charles McKeller, March 27, 2026
CarolinasNC Forest Service urges caution as spring wildfire season arrives during drought WWAY News, February 23, 2026
NewsLeaf-peeping season hampered by drought: Fall foliage dropping sooner, showing less color Associated Press, October 14, 2025
Associated PressLeaf-peeping season hampered by drought: Fall foliage dropping sooner, showing less color Associated Press, October 14, 2025
Associated PressWildfires in North and South Carolina fueled by drought, wind and fallen trees from Hurricane Helene Associated Press, March 26, 2025
ColumbusDisaster declaration clears way for financial assistance for farmers affected by drought WWAY News, July 18, 2024
LocalPender Co. commissioners declare agricultural disaster as farmers face extended drought Conor Doherty, July 15, 2024