Birmingham, AL – Alabama is seeing drought conditions expand, with much of the state now classified as abnormally dry to moderate drought, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor released Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service in Birmingham, the combination of limited rainfall and above-average heat over the next week will likely intensify the situation. The agency noted that October is historically Alabama’s driest month, raising concern that the trend could worsen if warm and dry conditions persist.
A comparison of maps from last week to this week shows drought areas expanding across northern and central Alabama. Portions of the state are now under D1 classification, or “moderate drought,” while surrounding areas remain abnormally dry. The southern part of the state is seeing less impact but is not immune if rainfall continues to lag.
Forecasters caution that agricultural interests, water resources, and wildfire risks could be increasingly affected if rain doesn’t return soon. While no significant storms are in the immediate forecast, residents are urged to conserve water where possible and remain mindful of fire safety as conditions dry out.
The National Weather Service will continue to monitor and update drought conditions in the coming weeks as the region heads further into October.
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