BOONE, Iowa—Drought conditions in the state improved is some areas of the state and were unchanged in several others including locally in Boone County. The most notable improvement was made in southeast Iowa where an area of Extreme Drought was eliminated. There was also a decrease in the Severe Drought coverage with a slight reduction in Moderate Drought conditions and an increase in the area considered Abnormally Dry. Extreme Drought remains an issue in northwest Iowa. Locally, Boone County is considered Abnormally Dry with a slight area of Moderate Drought in the southeast corner of the county.
US Drought Monitor the week of 09/20/22
US Drought Monitor the week of 09/12/22
(contributed information, US Drought Monitor, NWS)
