Wild fires were reported in some areas with the possibility increasing for more fires due to the lack of rain. Temperatures averaged in the high 60s and low 70s. Maximum temperatures were mostly in the upper 80s and low 90s. Low temperatures were mostly in the 40s and 50s. Topsoil moisture throughout the State is very short with scattered areas of short moisture.
Tobacco is stressed by hot, dry conditions.
Corn planting is winding down. In most areas no cotton or peanuts are being planted unless irrigation is available. Spring crop land preparations are active. Sugarcane harvest is complete. Hay growth is being delayed by the hot, dry weather.