The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows 3-point-2 million people in Indiana are dealing with drought…
Nearly 20 percent of the state is in “moderate drought.” When this type of drought happens, that usually means crop growth is stunted and creek and pond levels are low.
Almost 70% of the state is considered to be “abnormally dry.” That means lawns are brown and gardens typically have to be watered more frequently.
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Sorry to be distrustful of the powers that be, but what methodology did they use to determine this?
With this administration pushing the climate change agenda BS, it would not shock me if their drought thresholds were “arbitrary” just to make scary headlines to frighten the normies into submission.
UPDATE: Yes it is arbitrary. They use the term “best judgements” from the “experts”. From their website:
“Where does this come from?
Each week, drought experts consider how recent precipitation totals across the country compare to their long-term averages. They check variables including temperatures, soil moisture, water levels in streams and lakes, snow cover, and meltwater runoff. Experts also check whether areas are showing drought impacts such as water shortages and business interruptions. Based on dozens of indicators, experts make their best judgments of regional-scale drought conditions, and then check their assessments with experts in the field before publishing weekly drought maps. Associated statistics show what proportion of various geographic areas are in each category of dryness or drought, and how many people are affected.”