California Drought Improvement

The recent rains in California have helped alleviate the drought, but an exceptional drought still covers much of the area.

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Here is a look at what the drought looked like last week. Much improvement, especially in the northern parts of California, but still a long way to go.

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More rain is heading toward the region over the coming week, especially in the northwest. However, it will take a lot more rain to kill the historic drought in portions of California.

Weather Prediction Center 7 Day Rainfall Forecast
Weather Prediction Center 7 Day Rainfall Forecast