NEW YORK – Raindrops of relief are expected to begin falling Sunday night for parched regions of the US , including the Northeast and mid-Atlantic plagued by extreme fire weather and poor air quality.
This rain event won’t be drought-ending, but it’s a start.
The first rounds of rainfall in weeks will help improve conditions for firefighters across the region battling extreme conditions fueled by dry leaves and winds.
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“We are going to end those dry streaks, but it’s just going to take its own time,” FOX Weather Meteorologist Jane Minar said.
It’s been 22 years since New Jersey has experienced extreme drought conditions, which is ongoing in southeastern parts of the state.
Drought, falling leaves and gusty winds have created dangerous fire conditions.
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Fires in New Jersey and New York have triggered unhealthy air alerts across the tri-state region .