This station's area has encountered a very dry pattern with summer like temps this past week.  There has not been any measurable precipitation for the past 12 days with only a slim chance for rain forecast for today and tomorrow.  There is currently a deficit of -2.71" (41%) of NOAA Norm for MTD.  YTD and WYTD are still near normal hanging above the 90 percentile.   The US Drought Monitor has moved this area into Abnormally Dry conditions.  Grass has significantly slowed growth and is starting to brown in some areas.  Area crops are starting to show stress also.  The corn that was planted earlier looks much better than the later planted seed.  The Rock and Mississippi Rivers are still at normal seasonal levels with only a slight drop expected for the upcoming week.  I will continue to provide supplemental watering to my garden and potted plants.  I will also add water to the pool today due to evaporation.