Drought Crisis Deepens in Minnesota, Threatening Harvest and Hope for Rain

Extreme and exceptional drought conditions are expanding across Minnesota, with central, east central, and southeastern regions now included. The state has experienced a lack of rainfall, with only northeastern Minnesota seeing normal or above-normal precipitation in the past 30 days. However, there is hope for relief as a slowly moving storm system is expected to bring beneficial rains over the weekend, potentially covering most of Minnesota.