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How is extreme heat and drought affecting our community?

Your City, Answered··2 August 2026·12 min

About this episode

In this timely episode, we talk with Ed Buchan, Assistant Director of Raleigh Water, and Megan Anderson, Sustainability Officer, about the unprecedented heat and drought affecting our region. They explain how we monitor water levels, manage drought conditions, and prepare for ongoing challenges. Ed and Megan also discuss how heat impacts residents and share easy ways everyone can help conserve water during this period of unusually high temperatures.