As NYC issues its first drought warning in over 20 years alongside 83% of the US experiencing abnormally dry conditions or "flash droughts," our latest "Locally Sourced" newsletter aims to help journalists cover this complicated subject.
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Covering Drought
As climate change drives warmer temperatures and shifts precipitation patterns, drought is becoming more common and intense across much of the world.