The latest data from the U.S. Drought Monitor was released on June 18, 2020, and it doesn’t look positive. This is especially true for much of northwestern California, and western Oregon, both of which are now in severe drought. There is also a portion of northwestern California and southwestern Oregon that are considered to be in extreme drought.

US Drought Outlook Map

Naturally, the news has left everyone wondering if there will be an even earlier start to this year’s prime wildfire season? And, if so, how will it be dealt with amidst the COVID-19 pandemic?

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