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Hampden County drought ends
October 22, 2026
Hampden County, which contains Connecticut Valley, exited drought completely for the week of October 20-26, 2026, with 0% of the county in any drought category, down from 35.05% abnormally dry the previous week. Sustained rainfall through October has broken the dry stress that built through summer, with normal streamflow conditions now restored.
Eastern elliptio mussel found in Tolland
October 22, 2026
An mussel was recorded on October 9, 2026, in Tolland, Connecticut. This native bivalve indicates persistent habitat quality on Connecticut Valley streams, as mussels are sensitive to water quality degradation and depend on stable riverine conditions.
Arrow clubtail dragonfly seen in South Windsor
October 22, 2026
was observed on October 14, 2026, in South Windsor, Connecticut. This threatened dragonfly depends on flowing riverine habitat with sandy bottoms and good water quality, making its presence in the Connecticut Valley a strong indicator that core river reaches remain suitable for the species.
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