The last measurable precipitation was 0.19 inch on Feb. 14, and that was all for February. March has had 0.00 precipitation so far with none expected through at least the next week. The soil is dry and dusty. The early spring plants are starting to die. However, trees are in bloom and healthy. The Sandia mountains are dry; only a few patches of snow remain. March normally is chilly and windy with a late significant snow storm. March this year is historically hot and dry. Our water supply is adequate and the flow of water in the Rio Grande River is steady. There have not yet been any significant wildfires in the area.
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