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Washington state faces a deepening drought

Washington is facing a deepening drought. The entire state has been drier than normal since January. Seattle has received about six inches less rain than normal – and the outlook for the rest of the year isn’t any better.

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Bellamy Pailthorp covers the environment for KNKX with an emphasis on climate justice, human health and food sovereignty. She enjoys reporting about how we will power our future while maintaining healthy cultures and livable cities. Story tips can be sent to bpailthorp@knkx.org.