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U.S.

Drought Monitor
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Author: Brad Rippey U.S. Department of Agriculture

(Released Thursday, Mar. 6, 2014) Valid 7 a.m. EST

March 4, 2014

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Drought Impact Types:

S = Short-Term, typically less than 6 months (e.g. agriculture, grasslands)

Delineates dominant impacts

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Intensity:

L = Long-Term, typically greater than 6 months (e.g. hydrology, ecology)

D0 Abnormally Dry D1 Moderate Drought D2 Severe Drought D3 Extreme Drought D4 Exceptional Drought

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The Drought Monitor focuses on broadscale conditions. Local conditions may vary. See accompanying text summary for forecast statements.

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