The past week had normal to below normal Temps. Dry until end of week with 2.54" of precip occurring Friday night thru todays report with more Rain expected today. YTD: 72.81".
Surface soils are soggy to muddy slop with standing water in many places..
Soil Temps remained steady but Soil Moisture levels rose at 6 & 12 in depths,falling at all other depths.
**High Centibar Readings mean drier soil...ie; 0 = saturated soil.
**Current Soil Readings @ 7am:
Surface Soil Temp: 39F...Grass Temp: 39.3F...
6 in. Depth: Soil Temp: 39F...Soil Moisture: 02 Centibars..
24 in. Depth: Soil Temp: 38F...Soil Moisture: 05 Centibars..
36 in. Depth: Soil Temp: 43F...Soil Moisture: 23 Centibars..
Farm operations have ceased in my area.
Evergreens, especially Junipers are still showing signs of Tip Blight and Fungus..
Trees have shed about 99% of their leaves. Nearly all leaf cleanup done.
Birds were very active at the feeders. Bluebirds have remained again this year with 8 pairs spotted. Bog Turtles are in hibernation. The pair of Bald Eagles were seen 2 times.
Creek Status: Water is slightly turbid.. Water Level & Flow are above normal.
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