California's drought far from over even after strong storm, experts say

Officials say we need to have several good wet seasons in a row to recover.
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- The rain from Monday's storm is not expected to have a significant impact on California's statewide drought crisis, experts say.

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Meteorologists with the National Weather Service say the drought is far from over.
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The latest maps from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows just how dry California is currently.



Every part of the state is classified as in a drought.



More than 85% of the state is suffering through extreme drought conditions.

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Nearly half the state is under an exceptional drought status, the worst category, including the entirety of Central California.

Officials say we need to have several good wet seasons in a row to recover.

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