As of Tuesday, June 18, the U.S. Drought monitor showed Barton County still firmly in the Extreme Drought category. However, a tiny sliver on the eastern edge had been pushed back to Severe Drought status. That’s before more rain fell in the Great Bend area this week.
Not out of the drought yet
Responsible water use and natives could make recovery long-lasting
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