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Drought Monitor map for July 7, 2026
Drought, Drought Monitor, Weather

Drought conditions shift as storms bring mixed changes across Plains

Temperatures in the High Plains region were mostly near- or warmer-than-normal this past week. Read More

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  • May 5, 2026
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