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The first July U.S. Drought Monitor records increasing drought nationally, yet except for one area, most regions report shrinking drought coverage. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about shrinking drought coverage in the Midwest through June as an example of several regions of the U.S. reporting smaller drought areas over the past month.
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes sudden drought conditions in the Pacific Northwest, and rising concerns about wildfire activity and impacts on agriculture.
A month over month decrease in drought area covering most crops and commodities is noted in July’s first U.S. Drought Monitor. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says a limited drought footprint covered spring planted crops in South, and barley in the Plains, for the period ending July 1.
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey provides U.S. Drought Monitor numbers for winter wheat, hay, and cattle in drought coverage for the period ending July 1.
Keep in mind various items you should bring and information you will need to know prior to visiting a national forest, park, or grassland this Independence Day weekend or any time. (Rod Bain and Toby Bloom of the U.S. Forest Service)
Checking in with local Forest Service ranger districts or visiting their websites will prepare you with what you need to know before visiting during the Independence Day weekend or any time of year. (Rod Bain and Toby Bloom of the U.S. Forest Service)