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Washington state governor declares drought emergency

2015-05-16 16:00:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed

Reuters: Washington state Governor Jay Inslee declared a statewide drought emergency on Friday, saying drought conditions due to a lack of snowpack are some of the worst on record in a region normally known for its drizzly weather. In an announcement in the state capital of Olympia, Inslee said the drought had "deepened dramatically in the past few weeks," with conditions expected to worsen as the hot summer months approach. The emergency declaration will free up funds and water rights to help counties...

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