The United States is currently facing a severe drought that affects over 61% of the contiguous states, marking the highest level recorded for this time of year since 2000. The U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that drought conditions range from moderate to exceptional. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has reported that March experienced the highest Palmer Drought Severity Index since records began in 1895, and it was the third-driest month on record. This drought is further intensified by record-breaking heat, resulting in alarmingly low snow levels in the western states, which are crucial for storing water during the summer months. Additionally, the southern region, spanning from Texas to the East Coast, is experiencing drought conditions due to a jet stream pattern that keeps storms further north.