Virginia Tech: Despite Recent Rain, Drought Continues to Threaten Virginia's Private Wells
August 11, 2026
August 11, 2026
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 11 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Despite recent rain, drought continues to threaten Virginia's private wells
Despite greener lawns and wetter soils, Virginia's groundwater remains well below normal, leaving many private well owners vulnerable as drought conditions persist.
By Devon Johnson
Many parts of Virginia received much-needed rain after weeks of below-average precipit . . .
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Despite recent rain, drought continues to threaten Virginia's private wells
Despite greener lawns and wetter soils, Virginia's groundwater remains well below normal, leaving many private well owners vulnerable as drought conditions persist.
By Devon Johnson
Many parts of Virginia received much-needed rain after weeks of below-average precipit . . .