GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Portions of our region are now under severe to extreme drought conditions, according to recent data from the National Weather Service.

We’ve had less-than-average rainfall this season, with mostly persistent dry air aloft. This has allowed for nice and sunny days, but also enhanced drought.

Areas north of Interstate-10 in Columbia County and Suwannee County are in extreme drought conditions. Regions north of the Marion county line are in moderate to severe.

Our long-term forecast suggests that dry conditions without much rain could continue through the rest of the month. So, drought intensity and coverage are expected to expand.

Potential impacts include lower levels in wells and reservoirs, and damage to crops if they aren’t sufficiently watered. Also, be ca

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