Drought Information Statement for Northern IN, Southern MI, Northwest OH
Valid October 10, 2024
Issued By: NWS Northern Indiana on October 11, 2024
Contact Information: nws.northernindiana@noaa.gov  574-834-1104
This product will be updated October 24, 2024 or sooner if drought conditions change significantly.  
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Extreme drought is present in Fulton County, OH, extending into neighboring counties
Severe Drought conditions are present in northwest Ohio
Moderate Drought conditions are present in northwest Ohio, many Indiana counties, and extreme southern Michigan
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U.S. Drought Monitor
Drought intensity and Extent
D3 (Extreme Drought): Fulton County, Ohio extending into neighboring counties 
D2 (Severe Drought): Northwest Ohio
D1 (Moderate Drought):
Northwest Ohio
Several Indiana counties
Michigan: Southern Berrien, Branch, Hillsdale, St. Joseph,
D0: (Abnormally Dry): Southern Michigan and some Indiana counties

Precipitation
No rain was recorded over the last 7 days

30-day rainfall is well below normal

Summary of Impacts
Hydrologic Impacts 
There are no known impacts at this time
Agricultural Impacts
Combine fires and excessive dust in the driest portions of Indiana (USDA Indiana Crop Weather Report)
In Ohio, 5 percent of pasture and range condition was rated as good or excellent. (USDA Ohio Crop Weather Report)
Hay and wheat growers have concern over a lack of rain. (USDA Michigan Crop Weather Report)
Fire Hazard Impacts
Many Indiana counties reenacted burn bans. See the latest IDHS Burn Ban Status Map.
Ban on Open Burning for Ohio counties within “Extreme Drought” or “Exceptional Drought” (State Fire Marshal, Oct 3)
Other Impacts
There are no known impacts at this time
Mitigation Actions
None reported


Seven Day Precipitation Forecast
Rain showers are expected this weekend through Monday

Rain totals will be greatest near Lake Michigan (0.50” possible)

All rain is welcome, but these amounts will have little impact on the ongoing drought


Drought Outlook
Through the end of the calendar year, drought conditions are favored to improve over much of the forecast area