The data for the drought monitor was valid April 17, 2018 and the map was issued April 19. Author: Brad Rippey, U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Drought monitor, April 19, 2018
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The data for the drought monitor was valid April 17, 2018 and the map was issued April 19. Author: Brad Rippey, U.S. Department of Agriculture.