Drought — Northern Oconee, South Carolina

2000-10-01 to 2000-10-31 · Northern Oconee, South Carolina

Wider weather episode

Effects of the drought intensified as many areas received absolutely no rain during the month, setting records for the longest stretch without measurable rainfall in several locations. Wells and mountain streams continued to dry up and lake levels continued to drop. Many communities were forced to start more stringent water conservation measures.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5161811. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.