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Maine’s drought is easing thanks to a wet spring, but experts warn we still need consistent rain to fully recover—especially as plants grow and draw down water reserves. Only southwestern York County remains in severe drought, a stark improvement from March when the whole state was struggling. While above-average rainfall in May, particularly inland, is a bright spot, groundwater levels remain critically low. Hydrologists stress that without steady, weekly rainfall and avoiding long dry spells, recovery will be slow. Even with a promising summer ahead, lingering underground drought from past years means we’re not out of the woods yet—but there’s more hope than ever before.

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