The purpose of increasing these counties to Stage 2 is to raise awareness that if drier conditions persist, there is a possibility that this emerging drought event will intensify.
Ned Lamont: “The purpose of increasing these counties to Stage 2 is to raise awareness that if drier conditions persist, there is a…”
On the recordJune 12, 2026
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Governor Lamont explains the drought advisory.
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