Augusta remains in severe drought as rainfall stays below normal

Augusta remains in severe drought, with below-normal rainfall and 100% of Richmond County affected as dry conditions continue.

Rainfall continues to fall short of normal levels, leaving residents dealing with ongoing dry conditions.

The Augusta Regional Airport has recorded 16.29 inches of rain since Jan. 1 — 1.43 inches below the 30-year average of 17.72, according to the National Weather Service…

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