SCIENCEJul 14 · 21:19 UTCWSOC ABC CHARLOTTEJoe Puma

Drought persists despite recent heavy rainfall

Recent heavy rainfall in the Carolinas has not alleviated the ongoing drought, as North Carolina counties in the Channel 9 viewing area still require 19 inches of rain. Increased summer evaporation due to heat and sunlight is exacerbating the situation, meaning more rainfall is needed to recover.

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