Snohomish County slides into severe drought

September 26, 2026

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Snohomish County entered severe drought in the week of September 22-28, 2026, with 3.05% of the county classified D2 or worse.¹ This is the first appearance of D2 (Severe Drought) since late August, when the county held only D1 (Moderate Drought) at 54.47%.¹ The shift reflects intensifying water stress heading into fall.¹

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1. U.S. Drought Monitor (NIDIS / drought.gov)

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