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ST. LOUIS (KMOX)-With below normal precipitation expected in October, forecasters are becoming more concerned about the dry conditions in the St. Louis area. The National Weather Service says some of the area is experiencing a ‘moderate drought’, while the rest is ‘abnormally dry’.
Meteorologist Mark Britt tells KMOX that while precipitation for the year is above average, it’s two inches below normal for September. He says that’s doing more than just turning lawns brown, “We’re at the end of agricultural season in some areas so that can be some stress on some local farmers.
“Below normal precipitation is expected to continue into the fall and into the winter months.