Experts raise concerns over Drought Monitor's effectiveness in Western US due to severe, persistent droughts.

Experts express concerns that the U.S. Drought Monitor tool may be ineffective in the Western U.S. due to persistent and severe droughts. Developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the tool measures aridness by considering factors like precipitation, water levels, soil moisture, and snowpack. With California experiencing prolonged severe drought, experts call for adjustments to the monitor to accurately reflect the drying climate.

June 28, 2024
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