Drought — Southern Oconee, South Carolina

1999-08-01 to 1999-08-31 · Southern Oconee, South Carolina

Wider weather episode

Drought conditions worsened during August as high evaporation rates and little rainfall occurred. Water restrictions began in several communities. Hay and late crops dried up in many counties. Ponds and wells began to dry up, affecting homeowners, farmers and businesses such as nurseries. Boaters were running aground on recreational lakes due to low water levels.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5714400. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.