Above-normal temperatures cause widespread expansion of dryness and drought conditions

Active storm track results in beneficial rainfall

Parts of South Dakota, Nebraska and Kansas see widespread improvements after heavy rains

  • By By David Simeral, Western Regional Climate Center

Southwest Kansas wheat devastated by drought

  • By By Marsha Boswell, Vice President of Communications, Kansas Wheat

Central Plains, Midwest see severe weather, heavy rainfall

  • By By David Simeral, Western Regional Climate Center

Drought expands in parts of the Great Plains and Midwest

Winter storm improves drought conditions

High winds lead to wildfires in Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas Panhandle