New Jersey's drought hits farmers hard, drying cranberry bogs and fueling wildfire risks.

New Jersey farmers, including the six-generation Lee family, face severe challenges due to a 150-year extreme drought, impacting cranberry bogs and leading to increased costs and wildfires. The drought has dried up waterways, forcing farmers to use backup wells for irrigation, costing nearly $30,000 in fuel for the Lee family. The conditions also pose wildfire risks, disrupting traditional activities.

November 28, 2024
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