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Drought and fire: Climatology
Drought information resources
From the Minnesota Climatology Working Group
Rising temperatures also bring rise in pollen, pests
3/13/12: University of Minnesota Extension Climatologist Mark Seeley says mild winters bring more bugs and rodents. – KARE 11
Storm leaves behind joy for moisture
2/29/12: University of Minnesota Extension Climatologist Mark Seeley's take on the Leap Day precipitation – Star Tribune
Good Question: Does lack of snow mean drought?
1/30/12: WCCO's Jason DeRusha talks to University of Minnesota Extension Climatologist Mark Seeley
Recommended resources
Lakes, rivers, streams
- Drought Resources — Minnesota Department of Natural Resources — Monitoring drought conditions, drought procedures.
- Lake Level Minnesota — Minnesota Department of Natural Resources — Statewide lake levels.
Watershed and floodplain management
- Minnesota Association of Watershed Districts — 45 watershed districts partner in water protection and management.




