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Just Like That, Nearly Two-Thirds Of The West In Drought, Again

Western drought has doubled to 65% coverage in a year, with Arizona and Utah fully impacted. Record heat and missing monsoon rains are intensifying conditions, fueling 27 major wildfires across the region.

By Jennifer Gray and Sara Tonks • 1 hour ago

Sparks Fly As Plane Lands In Typhoon Winds

Drought conditions in the West are intensifying, with 65% of the region experiencing drought conditions, according to the latest drought monitor . This is up from just 33% of the West in drought conditions just one year ago, meaning the amount of the region experiencing drought conditions has nearly doubled in one year.

Arizona and Utah are two of the hardest-hit states, with 100% o

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