Persistent drought continues to lower lake levels across north-central Minnesota

Hubbard County lake levels impacted by persistent drought

State climatologist says north-central Minnesota is experiencing “storage drought.”

Low lake levels across Minnesota Impacting Recreation

Recent weeks of lower-than-normal rainfall and higher-than-normal temperatures have intensified persistent drought and lowered lake levels across large parts of Minnesota, pushing much of the north-central region into a severe “storage drought.” According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), years of dry conditions have severely depleted long-term water reserves in lakes, soil, and groundwater. State Climatologist Luigi Romolo…

Lake water levels won't recover for years due to drought, DNR warns

An extended drought is impacting lake levels across north-central Minnesota, and officials say it could take years for some to recover.

Thousands of fish die around Boyd Lake during drought conditions

Colorado Parks and Wildlife advised people to use caution if handling or harvesting fish from the affected area, warning that sick or dead fish may carry risks.

Persistent drought continues to lower lake levels across north-central Minnesota

Recent weeks of below-normal rainfall, combined with above-normal temperatures, have worsened drought conditions across a large portion of the state.