HEALTHAug 3 · 16:39 UTCWTOP DCNeal Augenstein

Recent rain in DC region ‘didn’t do much to dent the drought’ of drinking water supply, expert says

Recent heavy rain in the D.C. region did not significantly improve the drinking water supply drought, as most rainfall occurred downstream from water suppliers' intakes. The Potomac River's flow remains below critical thresholds, prompting daily drought monitoring by local water providers.

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Michael NardolillipersonInterstate Commission on the Potomac River BasinorganizationPotomac RiverplaceWSSC WaterorganizationWashington AqueductorganizationFairfax WaterorganizationPoint of Rocks, MarylandplaceU.S. Geological Surveyorganization

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