The drought conditions plaguing parts of Virginia, including Fairfax County, since last fall are officially the worst the state has experienced in almost 20 years.
Yesterday (Thursday), the U.S. Drought Monitor classified over 60% of Virginia as being in a severe drought based on data collected through Tuesday (April 14). That’s the most widespread drought seen in the state since October 2007, surpassing levels recorded during previous droughts in 2008, 2010, 2023 and 2024, according to Fairfax County.
Unfortunately, conditions are only getting drier across our area without any appreciable rainfall. A prolonged period of warm and dry weather has worsened conditions significantly. Currently, over 60% of Virginia is classified as D2 (Severe Drought) or higher. Here is the latest: pic.twitter.com/vZ0WLOpZ6k…