Nearly 80% of the state was under "extreme" drought conditions in June, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor map. Within that area, the amount considered to be in the highest category of drought -- "exceptional" -- grew from 33% in May to 36%.
Nearly 80% of California was considered to be under "extreme" drought conditions in June, according to the latest map. (U.S. Drought Monitor)
Exceptionally dry conditions already affect pockets of Northern California, all of Central California and coastal communities, but have now extended to Ventura and Los Angeles counties, and much of Orange County, experts say.
In April, the entire state was considered to be in severe drought for the first time in 15 years.
A large portion of Northern California is extremely dry, creating conditions unfamiliar to firefighters who are struggling to battle a 4,300-acre blaze in Napa County.
http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-california-extreme-drought-20140703-story.html
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