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Ohio drought leads to disaster declaration by the USDA

The USDA FSA has declared a federal emergency in several Ohio counties due to extreme drought conditions. Fayette county farmer Eric Tipton says conditions continue to worsen. “I don’t think we’re as bad off precipitation wise, but we surely could use a drink,” he...

Kansas Governor Issues Emergency Disaster Declaration Due to Wildfires

TOPEKA, Kan. (KPR) - Governor Laura Kelly has declared a disaster emergency following an outbreak of wildfires across the state. The declaration will allow the state to preposition assets for a quicker response to any new fires that erupt.State resources, including airplanes and helicopters,...