Exceptional Drought covers nearly 72% of Arizona
The drought numbers just keep getting worse in Arizona. With a very dry monsoon and a continued dry fall, currently, 71.8% of the state is in Exceptional Drought, which is the highest drought classification.
This is also the highest percentage of the state in Exceptional Drought for the period of record: 2000-2020.
Unfortunately, with La Nina in place, all signs are pointing toward below-average rainfall this winter. Remember, these dry conditions will continue to result in high fire danger across the state, so use extreme caution while outdoors.
The drought numbers just keep getting worse in Arizona. With a very dry monsoon and a continued dry fall, currently, 71.8% of the state is in Exceptional Drought, which is the highest drought classification.
This is also the highest percentage of the state in Exceptional Drought for the period of record: 2000-2020.
Unfortunately, with La Nina in place, all signs are pointing toward below-average rainfall this winter. Remember, these dry conditions will continue to result in high fire danger across the state, so use extreme caution while outdoors.