Fire Danger for Thursday, March 20 To Saturday Dry and windy conditions will continue into the weekend. Sunday afternoon, a front will bring the chance for rain mainly east of I-35. A few storms may be strong to severe. Be on the lookout for our daily forecast the next couple days for any updates regarding … Read more
Austin, a top tourist destination, is known for its vibrant culture and stunning Hill Country landscapes, and understanding the weather is key to enjoying it all. Austin’s location in Central Texas means it can experience a wide range of weather conditions, from scorching summers to rare ice storms. The increased wildfire risk in 2025 adds … Read more
Extremely warm and dry conditions across southern Georgia and Florida has set the stage for the eruption of wildfires and brushfires. The largest fire, West Mims, was triggered by lightning in early April and has burned over 225 square miles. A extremely high fire danger is likely to continue across these areas, with little hope of relief anytime soon. … Read more
Current Drought Conditions & Data (Regions Experiencing Drought) Short-Term Drought Indicator Long-Term Drought Indicator Drought forces farmers to make critical choices on both short and long-term scales. In the face of short-term drought, a farmer might need to switch to drought-tolerant crops or varieties with shorter growing seasons. They’ll need to meticulously manage irrigation, balancing … Read more
A follower asked, “if the water cycle is real, how can there be water shortages?” In light of the recent drought in Texas, which ultimately ended with the historic rainfall during the month of May 2015, and the ongoing devastating drought in California, I thought I would make this brief post. What is the Water … Read more