August Drought Hits Fort Smith and Fayetteville | Fayetteville Arkansas News

August’s been bone dry across Fort Smith and Fayetteville, with both tying for fifth and third driest Augusts on record—most storms just missed them. After June’s soaking rains, July’s jet stream shift funneled storms north, and August’s relentless heat baked the region, reviving drought. While Carroll, Boone, and Newton got lucky with heavy rain, most counties face multi-inch deficits. September starts hot and dry—with no rain in sight—and extreme drought is already gripping parts of the region as temps climb back into triple digits. Burn bans are in effect; stay safe. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ee84ca126e54b9f8