Rains don’t wash away a dry 2018

By Jennifer McDaniel

Despite several recent drenching rains, Ellsworth County and much of central and eastern portions of Kansas continue to play catchup from a drought that has plagued the regions for months.

“Even if we would get normal rainfall, it will still take time to make up the deficit,” Mary Knapp, state climatologist, said.

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