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Drought coverage keeps shrinking in Montgomery County
October 15, 2026
Montgomery County's moderate drought coverage fell from 4.66% in early September to 2.10% in the week of October 13-19, marking measurable relief from the early-summer peak of 81.69%. Above-normal rainfall this month is driving the improvement.
Caddisfly larvae signal clean water in Rock Creek
October 15, 2026
(Neophylax) observed on October 11 at Hillandale Road and Bethesda Pool in Bethesda, Maryland. Caddisfly larvae require clean, well-oxygenated water and are sensitive to nutrient pollution, making their presence an indicator of acceptable water quality at this site in the Rock Creek watershed.
Eastern copperhead logged at Travilah
October 15, 2026
An was logged on October 13 at Travilah with threatened status. This venomous snake is protected under state law and remains active in mid-October as thermal conditions moderate before winter dormancy.
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