Alabama crops affected by drought News

Drought in Southeast States Wreaking Havoc on Crops, Increasing Fire Risk

Six months into a deepening drought, the weather is killing crops, threatening cattle and sinking lakes to their lowest levels in years across much of the South. The very worst conditions – what forecasters call “exceptional drought” – are in …

Alabama Facing Severe Drought Statewide

A severe drought spreading rapidly across Alabama is forcing conservation measures and worrying farmers, and forecasters said Thursday there wasn’t much relief in sight. The latest federal assessment said an extreme drought covers the northern two-thirds of Alabama, and the …