Western U.S. Drought Status

Yesterday we took a look at Kentucky’s drought status. Kentucky’s drought is actually not too bad when compared to the severity of  the droughts out west.

Much of the west is currently involved in a widespread drought, with California feeling the worst of the impacts. In fact, 58.41% of the state is in an exceptional drought. Things are so bad in California that most cities and towns have introduced water use regulations. Capital Weather Gang has written an article showing some of the worst images from the western drought.

Luckily, citizens are taking the initiative to try and conserve water. Some have even started “drought shaming” those who are overusing sprinklers on Twitter. This is the kind of drought that will take more than just a few rain events to reverse. This drought may continue for several months, or possibly years.