More than sixty percent of the United States is experiencing drought conditions
A Virginia Tech expert reports that over 60% of the United States is currently in drought, the most extensive coverage in years. The drought is driven by a persistent La Niña pattern, which has reduced precipitation across the West, Plains, and parts of the Midwest. Key consequences include depleted reservoirs in California, failed crops in the Great Plains, and heightened wildfire danger in the Pacific Northwest. The expert warns that without significant rainfall, conditions could worsen, affecting water availability for millions and straining emergency resources.
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