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Florida's recent rains have significantly reduced the drought, with about 87% now experiencing drought, down from 93%. The calendar also marks the official start of the rainy season for South Florida.
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As rain continues to be scarce, Florida's air is full of dust and pollen, causing respiratory issues for some people.
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The drought in Florida continues to worsen. There is only a fringe area in the extreme western Panhandle that is not experiencing drought, and the worst drought levels affect parts of Central and South Florida.
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A weekly review has been released. About ninety-four percent of Florida is under a drought, with new extreme drought spots in parts of Central Florida.
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The drought is showing signs of expansion across the Panhandle, the only area that is not currently experiencing a drought. At the same time, other parts of the Peninsula have received only a fraction of the average rainfall so far this year—time to conserve water even more.
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Florida Forest Service officials want residents to take extra caution during this year’s dry season.
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Florida's wildfire season is heating up early this year, as blazes surround Southwest Florida.
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Some isolated spots received slight relief from the drought courtesy of the low pressure that dissected the state earlier this week. Can we expect more soon?
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Looking at the wide picture of Florida, there has been more areas improving. But there are areas that are holding on tight to a moderate drought.
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It automatically went into effect as dry conditions persist across much of southwest Florida.
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The dry season is in full gear and it is truly showing in Florida as the entire state is dealing with drought conditions.
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Residents in those counties will be able to water twice a week. Some cities and counties are keeping once-a-week watering restrictions by local ordinance.