We are back in an expanding D1 drought zone (long-term) and predictions are for this to further expand in the state. After a long cold snap and stalled arctic air, we've had near-record heat, which accelerated greenup and spring blooming. Precip has been scarce and patchy for a few weeks, and for 2026 is half normal. Swamps are drying further and fire danger is very high, despite green leaves and grasses. Water supply is poor for shallow wells, no municipal problems yet. Leaving water out for wildlife, watering garden daily. Lawns northeast of town are mid-August dry. Windy, with dust and pollen everywhere. Heading for severely dry if we don't get some solid rain soon.