North Carolina experiencing moderate drought, officials say
Dec 16, 2024
RALEIGH, NC (WSPA) — The state of North Carolina is experiencing a widespread drought, according to the Drought Management Advisory Council (DMAC).
The DMAC classified that over 90 counties in the state are experiencing a moderate drought, with another seven listed as "abnormally dry."
“North Carolina saw well below average rainfall in October and November,” said Klaus Albertin, chair of the DMAC. “Even though it’s been dry, impacts are low this time of year since water demands are typically lower. The whole state received at least half an inch of rain, and a band of central North Carolina saw more than two inches in the last two weeks, which has helped.”