There is finally significant rain in the forecast for the drought in Massachusetts. Some towns might even see a little snow.

For the first time since August 2022, parts of Massachusetts have reached the most urgent drought level — extreme drought — due to the months-long dry weather that has strained New England’s resources and fueled an unprecedented number of wildfires U.

Despite some rain on Thursday. drought and low water levels remain a concern for Mass. communities, with some getting creative to conserve.