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Drought Outlook, September-November 2011

September 2, 2011

In summer 2011, the South was in the grip of one of the worst droughts on record, and the fall drought outlook issued by NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center provided little hope of relief, especially for the Southwest and Texas.

Drought Baking the Southern United States

Caitlyn Kennedy | September 2, 2011

An intense drought has gripped the southern tier of the United States for several months, accompanied by destructive wildfires, low water supplies, and failed crops.

Southern Drought Tests Cattle Industry

September 2, 2011

Cattle ranchers face tough decisions about feeding and watering their herds as extreme drought continues in the South in late summer 2011.

Exceptional Drought Widespread in July 2011

September 1, 2011

At the peak of this year’s drought, a record 12 percent of the U.S. was experiencing exceptional drought conditions.

Fall 2011 Temperature Outlook

September 1, 2011

How do warm waters in the Caribbean this year compare to conditions in 2005, when high ocean temperatures triggered the worst mass coral bleaching event ever seen in the region?

Extreme Drought in South Shrinks Water Supplies

Caitlyn Kennedy | September 1, 2011

Ponds that were built to hold significant amounts of water for cattle are dwindling away under the hot temperatures, dry winds and lack of rain.

Drought Spurs Texas Wildfires

September 1, 2011

As early as November of last year, NOAA scientists were able to forecast extreme drought conditions that would likely lead to high fire risk in the South, allowing fire managers time to prepare for an active season.

Climate Shocks and Food Security in Horn of Africa

September 1, 2011

An expert on climate conditions and food security explains why some parts of East Africa are so vulnerable to climate shocks like the ongoing drought.

Texas & Southwest See Fraction of Normal Rainfall

August 30, 2011

In summer 2011, the South was in the grip of one of the worst droughts on record. Many parts of New Mexico and western Texas have received a small fraction of their normal rainfall over the past 10 months.

Fall 2011 Precipitation Outlook for U. S.

August 30, 2011

After enduring months of drought and baking summer heat, residents of the Southwest and Southern Plains will hardly be excited about the fall 2011 temperature and precipitation outlooks.

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