According to the most recent report from the U.S. Drought Monitor, dated September 30, a significant portion of Lawrence County is experiencing dry conditions. Specifically, 31% of the county is categorized as abnormally dry, indicating that while the situation is not critical, it is nonetheless noteworthy. Additionally, a small fraction, amounting to 0.5%, is facing moderate drought conditions. Fortunately, the report indicates that there are no regions within the county suffering from severe, extreme, or exceptional drought levels at this time. This data suggests that while the majority of Lawrence County is only experiencing mild dryness, a minor area has officially been recognized as under drought status.
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