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DC Hasn't Been This Dry In Nearly 25 Years As Residents Are Asked To Cut Back Amid Drought
The DC region is on pace for its driest year in nearly 25 years, according to the National Weather Service, as worsening conditions along the Potomac River have triggered a Drought Watch affecting customers across Maryland and Virginia.
So far in 2026, just 16.65 inches of precipitation have been reported in Washington, compared to 23.31 inches at the same point in 2002, the last year conditions were this dry, according to DC Water.
The Drought Watch issued on Wednesday, June 3, was prompted by dry conditions, above-average temperatures, and below-normal water levels in the Potomac River, w…
'Real Estate Agent' Took Deposits, Never Delivered Homes In Virginia, Sheriff Says
A Virginia woman is accused of cashing in on desperate renters by posing as a real estate agent, collecting security deposits and first month’s rent before vanishing without handing over the keys, authorities say.
Kimberly Vu, 45, of Sterling, was indicted by a grand jury on 26 charges this week following what investigators described as an extensive fraud investigation by the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities say Vu allegedly operated a rental scam targeting people searching for homes, townhouses, and rooms to rent.
Investigators allege Vu contacted potential renters, collected …
