More than half-way through April, Atlanta’s rain gauge has seen just 0.13″ of precipitation. At the same time, we’re experiencing some of the earliest 90 degree days on record.
That’s leading us into drought territory, with just under 15″ of precipitation from September to March, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. To compare, the average is about 28″.
The U.S. Drought Monitor says this is the largest area of drought in the Southeast since at least 2000.
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