Governor Laura Kelly has updated the Declaration of Drought Emergency, Warning and Watches for the state. Some good news, above-normal precipitation in recent months has led to noticeable improvement in drought conditions, particularly across the western two-thirds of the state.
Fall 2025 is expected to rank as the 41st wettest on record, with south-central Kansas on pace to end the year among its top 10 wettest ever. However, pockets of dryness continue to persist in many parts of northeastern Kansas. As of right now, the eastern third of the state, including all the counties in the KOFO listening area, have been placed in a drought watch. This indicates the probability of a water shortage is rising. It is important to monitor these conditions and be mindful of water usage in these counties. The Governor’s Drought Response Team will continue to watch the situation closely and work to minimize the negative drought-induced effects on Kansans. There are no counties in Kansas that are currently under drought warning’s or emergencies.
