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Drought threatens Wisconsin

Following the wettest winter on record, Wisconsin experienced the fourth driest May in its history. June continued with the same dry pattern as the land got thirstier, pushing Wisconsin into what is known as a flash drought.  “Flash drought comes on very rapidly,” said Steve Vavrus, Wisconsin state climatologist.

Read the full article at: https://dairystar.com/Content/Home/Home/Article/Drought-threatens-Wisconsin/80/254/19647
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