How the drought hit WA’s farms, forests, fisheries and drinking water 

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Virtually every aspect of life in Washington suffered during last year’s drought. Groundwater wells ran dry, fields produced fewer crops, trees died in greater numbers, fish faced disease and famine, according to a study from the University of Washington’s Climate Impacts Group and the Office of the Washington State Climatologist. Karin Bumbaco, interim state climatologist, is quoted. The 2023 PNW Water Year Assessment is referenced.

New report shows how drought impacted WA, helps agencies plan for future 

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Researchers released their 2023 “Pacific Northwest Water Year Impacts Assessment” this month, examining how Washington, Oregon and Idaho were impacted by precipitation and temperatures. Karin Bumbaco is quoted. The Climate Impacts Group and the Office of the Washington State Climatologist are mentioned.