As per email received on the 16th of April from NIDIS NOAA the Category of drought is now D0, Improved from Abnormally Dry (D0) to No Drought, according to this week's U.S. Drought Monitor.  According to the 90 day drought outlook, no drought is expected effective until July 31st 2026.  2.51 rain received this week in addition to 4 hail reports.  This puts my station monthly total at 5.88 inches.  Grass, trees, other plants starting to bud, including Dandelions.  Also the ground ivy and purple and white little ground flowers.  Increase in birds, squirrels and a few bees seen also some flies and a few pesky gnats.  Mowing is on the steady increase.  During the Severe Days temperatures increased, AC needed.  Friday’s severe day brought a cold front so Furnace is back on for now.  Highest temp on Friday was 84F, Saturday morning it was 35F.  Frost is forecast for Sunday night.  Additional details on Friday 4/17/2026 Severe Weather.  Category 3 out of 5 forecasted.  We did receive WEA alerts at 4:36pm, Weather Radio Alerts, and Outdoor Sirens.  Prior to that, we collected some hail that fell around 3:30PM.  No damages at this location, 0.17 rain received in addition to the hail.  Overall Mood for the week-everyone was alerted and prepared. Thankful for the April Showers and looking forward to some nice weather this week.