Ritzville Faces Agricultural Water Concerns Due to Low Snowpack
Ritzville Faces Agricultural Water Concerns Due to Low Snowpack
US · Published Feb 19, 2026
• Ritzville, Washington faces record low snowpack levels at 51% of the median, threatening agricultural water supply.
• Drier than normal conditions in January and February exacerbate the water shortage despite earlier rainfall.
• Local officials are exploring water conservation and alternative sources to mitigate potential impacts on crop yields.
Ritzville faces record low snowpack levels
Ritzville, Washington is grappling with alarmingly low snowpack levels, currently at a record low of 51% of the median.
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