Drought
Snowstorm Should Help Ground Moisture Levels In Chicago Area
It might be tough to drive in, but Tuesday’s snowstorm should bring some benefits to the Chicago area.
Trees Could Use Watering and Mulching During Snow Drought, Experts Say
Experts say the lack of snow — coming off of an extremely dry summer — is literally stressing trees out. CBS 2′s Dana Kozlov reports.
Continuing Drought Could Lead To Reversal Of Chicago River Flow
In a new report, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said, if Chicago doesn’t get some significant rain or snow soon, there could be serious water flow issues in the Chicago River.
Lack Of Snow Is Actually Bad News
It has not been a white winter so far in Chicago, as the city has recorded barely more than an inch of snow.
Climatologist: Last Year’s Warm Temps, Dry Conditions Brutal For Farmers
Illinois has just lived through the second warmest and tenth driest year on record.
Snow Mostly A No-Show In Chicago, So Far
The question remains: Why haven’t we had more snow? CBS 2′s Suzanne Le Mignot reports.
Drought Driving Up Cost Of Your Thanksgiving Turkey
Just in time for your Thanksgiving dinner, prices at the grocery store are going up.
Food Pantries Seeing Spike In Visits Due To Rising Food Prices
With all the rain we’ve had lately, we might forget we had a serious drought this summer, and that the drought will have a big impact on food prices this fall.
Rain From Isaac Won’t Help Dried-Out Corn Crop In Illinois
Illinois going to get a little of the Isaac rain that had been aimed at the gulf coast, but likely not enough to affect Illinois agriculture.
Recent Rains Pulling Chicago Area Out Of Drought
Rain the past couple of weeks has begun to pull much of the Chicago area out of drought conditions. And more may be on the way.
Environmental Group Wary Of Allowing Power Plants To Dump Hotter Water
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has allowed state power generators to increase the temperature of cooling water that can be discharged into lakes and rivers, because of this summer’s heat and drought, but an environmental group says that might not be a good idea.
State Climatologist: Too Late To Save Corn Crop From Drought
A top climatologist said Thursday the drought plaguing Illinois farms appears to be leveling off, but it’s too late to save the state’s corn crop.
All But 4 Illinois Counties Now Disaster Areas Due To Drought
Half of the counties in the entire country – and all but four in Illinois – have been declared disaster areas because of the ongoing drought.
Drought Making It Easier To Find Garbage In Area Rivers
This year’s drought has had many negative effects, but it does have at least one benefit.
Combination Of Drought, Emerald Ash Borer Has Wreaked Havoc On Ash Trees
The emerald ash borer and the drought this summer are teaming up to give a one-two punch to ash trees in the area.
Gov. Quinn Asks For Drought Disaster Designation In Illinois
Gov. Pat Quinn is asking for Illinois to be designated a drought disaster area.
Drought Helping Provide Data For Fox River Pollution Study
The lack of rain this summer might be killing your garden, but it’s actually good news for people studying the health of the Fox River.
Overnight Storms Not Enough To Break Drought
The storms that rocked the Chicago area overnight weren’t enough to end the drought, but they were a good start.
Heat, Drought Create Havoc On Area Rivers
Extreme heat and low water levels in area rivers are creating a dangerous combination.
Indiana State Police Crack Down On Drivers Who Flick Cigarettes Out Window
The drought has Indiana State Police looking more closely at what’s coming out of cars.
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