Dry conditions spread fast across Bay County

September 22, 2026

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As of the week of September 15-21, 47.27% of Bay County is in abnormally dry conditions, a sharp rise from 2.99% in early September.¹ The rapid expansion of dry conditions across the county within two weeks may stress aquatic and terrestrial wildlife dependent on consistent moisture.¹

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

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