今年秋天,由于降雨量少、高温和土壤湿度耗竭,纽约面临日益严重的干旱,引发了用水保护呼声。
New York faces worsening drought this autumn due to low rainfall, high temps, and depleted soil moisture, prompting water conservation calls.
据纽约州环境官员称,由于降雨量低于平均水平,气温升高,纽约州今年秋天面临干旱风险增加。
New York State is facing increased drought risks this autumn due to below-average rainfall and higher temperatures, according to state environmental officials.
虽然降水通常带来雨水补充,但目前的条件显示土壤湿度达到历史最低水平,引起对农业、供水和野火潜力的关切。
While fall typically brings replenishing rains, current conditions show soil moisture levels at historic lows, raising concerns for agriculture, water supply, and wildfire potential.
官员敦促居民节约用水,监测当地咨询意见,特别是在受影响最严重的州北部地区。
Officials urge residents to conserve water and monitor local advisories, especially in upstate regions most affected.