Drought continued to expand and intensify across the Ohio Valley through the beginning of March, with 90-day precipitation averaging less than half of normal across western Kentucky, southeastern …

Drought is a recurring feature of the climate in most parts of the world, becoming more extreme and less predictable due to climate change, which dendrochronological studies date back to 1900. There are …

Stay informed with real-time drought data, forecasts, and planning tools at Drought.gov - your resource for understanding and preparing for droughts nationwide.

3 days ago · A drought is a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall that leads to a shortage of water. Unlike a flood or a hurricane, drought doesn’t arrive with a dramatic event. It builds slowly, …

Drought can develop quickly and last only for a matter of weeks, exacerbated by extreme heat and/or wind, but more commonly drought can persist for months or years.

Statistics presented with the weekly map show what portion of various geographic areas are in each category of dryness or drought, and how many people are affected.

Mar 5, 2026 · Drought can have far-reaching consequences, including harm to agriculture, water supplies and human health. The U.S. Drought Monitor is a map that shows the location and intensity …

Jun 15, 2016 · The U.S. Drought Monitor is the nation’s leading resource for helping communities understand if they are in drought, and if so, at what level of severity. Every Thursday morning, an …

Nov 13, 2024 · A drought arises from inadequate rainfall or snowfall, resulting in water scarcity, parched soil, and crop harm. The beginning and end of droughts are uncertain, while prolonged ones …

Mar 6, 2026 · A new study shows heat waves increasingly trigger sudden, severe droughts across the world as the planet warms.