Most of metro Atlanta has been in a severe drought since mid-June.
Since then, other parts of the metro area and east Georgia entered the severe range. Some conditions became extreme in July, according to data from the National Drought Mitigation Center.
That’s because “it’s been dry and hot,” meteorologist David Miskus said.
If this weather pattern continues, vegetation will be affected first, then rivers and lake levels.
“Hopefully, we’ll get some relief later this month,” Miskus said.
When Lake Lanier, metro Atlanta's main water source, is full, water stands at 1,071 feet. Water stood at 1067.27 feet on Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
Rainfall last seven days: 1.58
Rainfall this month: 1.58
Rainfall deficit since June: 0.34
Rainfall deficit for the year: 1.91
[Values in inches as of end of day Thursday]
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