Dry conditions taking hold across Central Virginia
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - The weekly (Thursday) drought monitor map is out, with Central Virginia staying in the 'abnormally dry' category.Categories ...
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - The weekly (Thursday) drought monitor map is out, with Central Virginia staying in the 'abnormally dry' category.Categories of drought by color(U.S. Drought Monitor)There's not much of a change from last week's update-- although you'll notice the Eastern Shore is now in Moderate drought. There are a LOT of farmers on the Eastern Shore.Issued Thursday, 9/15/2022(nbc)With a dry forecast for the next week, there's no relief in sight as Central Virginia's soil stays dry. Some scattered storms (and downpours) Sunday helped in spots, but many areas (such as the Richmond Airport) have only gotten 0.