Drought — St. Croix, Virgin Islands

2022-07-01 to 2022-07-31 · St. Croix, Virgin Islands

Event narrative

The drought event across the USVI is a concern to agricultural interests, as hot and dry days increase water demands, while stressing pastures, crops and native vegetation. Additionally, the groundwater reserves kept decreasing. Some agricultural interests are buying up to 3000 gallons of water daily to keep their products relatively healthy. Ranchers are also buying other supplements for the livestock. The hey to feet of the horses is scarce. A fire ban is now in effect for all the territory.

Wider weather episode

The rainfall deficit across the USVI did not improve too much in July. Severe Drought continues for St. Thomas and St. Croix, while an Extreme Drought prevails at Saint John.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1045203. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.