Record Spring Drought Grips U.S., Sparking Wildfires and Water Concerns
• The U.S. is experiencing its worst spring drought on record, affecting over 62% of the continental U.S.
• The Southeast is severely impacted, with 94% of the area from Florida to Virginia in severe drought, leading to numerous wildfires.
• Reduced precipitation and a March heat wave are exacerbating water shortages in the West, impacting the Colorado River and snowpack levels.
U.S. faces unprecedented spring drought in 2026
The United States is facing an unprecedented spring drought, with over 62% of the continental U.S. affected as of April 2026.
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