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Drought Watch Issued for Fairfax County and Metro DC Region

4 Jun 2026 1:52 p.m. · Source: Fairfax County Emergency Information

A drought watch has been issued for Fairfax County and the wider Metropolitan Washington region, impacting six million residents. Despite recent rain, unusually dry conditions are expected to continue, prompting officials to monitor water resources.

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Fairfax County Sees 3% Rise in Homelessness, Mirroring Regional Trends

14 May 2026 3:54 p.m. · Source: Fairfax County Government, VA

Fairfax County saw a 3% rise in homelessness in 2026, with 1,365 people counted on Feb. 4. This increase, reported by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, reflects regional and national trends since 2017.

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