2023 Was Hottest Year since 1895 and 33rd Driest
2023 Was Hottest Year since 1895 and 33rd Driest
Source: Reduce Flooding Blog - Bob Rehak
Date: 01/19/2024 4:49pm
Article Summary:
2023: Hottest Year and 33rd Driest for Texas, Optimism for Water Supply Improvement
According to hydrologist Dr. Mark Wentzel, 2023 was the hottest and 33rd driest year for Texas since 1895, with drought conditions improving early in the year but worsening over the summer. However, Wentzel states that there is reason for optimism as El Niño conditions are in place for early 2024, leading to expected drought improvements. Furthermore, widespread and sustained heavy rainfall is predicted for the next week, which could significantly alter the drought situation.
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Date: 01/19/2024 4:49pm
Article Summary:
2023: Hottest Year and 33rd Driest for Texas, Optimism for Water Supply Improvement
According to hydrologist Dr. Mark Wentzel, 2023 was the hottest and 33rd driest year for Texas since 1895, with drought conditions improving early in the year but worsening over the summer. However, Wentzel states that there is reason for optimism as El Niño conditions are in place for early 2024, leading to expected drought improvements. Furthermore, widespread and sustained heavy rainfall is predicted for the next week, which could significantly alter the drought situation.
Read article here »