Extreme drought grips much of Jefferson County

September 20, 2026

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Extreme drought (D3) covered 44.41 percent of Jefferson County in the week of September 15-21, 2026.¹ Concentrated water stress limits dilution of pollutants and elevates temperature in streams, pressuring aquatic species that require clean, cool water.¹

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1. U.S. Drought Monitor (NIDIS / drought.gov)

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