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Record US drought sparks worries about fires, water supply and food prices
Meteorologists say 61% of the Lower 48 is in drought, with record March dryness threatening wildfire season, crops and western water supplies.
- The contiguous United States has reached record drought levels for this time of year, with more than 61% of the Lower 48 affected.
- Experts warn the drought could worsen wildfire risks, water shortages, and food prices, especially in the West and Southeast.
- Record heat and low snowpack have intensified conditions, while separate drought patterns are affecting both western and southern regions.
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The record-setting U.S. drought is so bad that 97% of the Southeast and two-thirds of the West are parched
Drought in the contiguous United States has reached record levels for this time of year, weather data shows. Meteorologists said it’s a bad sign for the upcoming wildfire season, food prices and western water issues. More than 61% of the Lower 48 states is in moderate to exceptional drought — including 97% of the Southeast and two-thirds of the West — according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. It’s the highest levels for this time of year since the …
Record US drought sparks worries about fires, water supply and food prices - The Morning Sun
Drought in the contiguous United States has reached record levels for this time of year, weather data shows. Meteorologists said it's a bad sign for the upcoming wildfire season, food prices and western water issues. More than 61% of the Lower 48 states is in moderate to exceptional drought — including 97% of the Southeast and two-thirds of the West — according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. It's the highest levels for this time of year since the …
Drought in the neighboring states of the United States has reached record levels for this time of year, weather data show. Meteorologists warned that it is a bad sign for the next season of forest fires, food prices and water problems in the west of the country.
Record US drought sparks worries about fires, water supply and food prices - Regional Media News
Drought in the contiguous United States has reached record levels for this time of year, weather data shows. Meteorologists said it's a bad sign for the upcoming wildfire season, food prices and western water issues. More than 61% of the Lower 48 states is in moderate to exceptional drought - including 97% of the Southeast and two-thirds of the West - according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. It's the highest levels for this time of year since the …
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