North Carolina is free from extreme drought after widespread, heavy rainfall improved dry conditions. Five counties in the Northern Piedmont and Southern Coastal Plains regions are still experiencing a severe drought and are advised to implement plans to mitigate water shortages. Much of Mecklenburg County is now designated abnormally dry.
Zachary Turner is a climate reporter and author of the WFAE Climate News newsletter. He freelanced for radio and digital print, reporting on environmental issues in North Carolina.