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Multiple factors lead to extensive drought in the Pacific Northwest

The high temperatures and dry conditions we’ve been experiencing since this weekend in the Pacific Northwest are just the latest in what is shaping up to be a very dry year.

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Bellamy Pailthorp covers the environment for KNKX with an emphasis on climate justice, human health and food sovereignty. She enjoys reporting about how we will power our future while maintaining healthy cultures and livable cities. Story tips can be sent to bpailthorp@knkx.org.