NWS Warns of Severe Drought and Wildfire Risk in West Tennessee
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What happened
The National Weather Service issued warnings regarding ongoing drought conditions and extreme heat in the region. The agency noted that for 48 consecutive days, temperatures at Memphis International Airport had been 90 degrees or above. The report stated that a portion of West Tennessee has entered severe drought conditions, while much of the surrounding region is in moderate drought or abnormally dry.
From fox13memphis.com
Why it matters
The extreme heat and lack of rainfall have led to significant drought across the state. Statewide, over 17% of Tennessee is currently experiencing drought conditions, and an additional 62% is considered abnormally dry. Officials warn that dry grass, brush, and fields are highly susceptible to fast-moving wildfires.
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Who's involved
- National Weather ServiceU.S. forecasting agency providing warnings on regional weather patterns.
- MemphisCity whose advisories regarding extreme heat conditions are relevant to the region.
- TennesseeState whose agricultural and infrastructure are impacted by the drought conditions.
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The entities involved
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National Weather Service
U.S. forecasting agency of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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Memphis
city in and county seat of Shelby County, Tennessee, United States
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