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Minnesota activates drought task force as conditions worsen

Drought comparison Aug. 20- Aug. 27
The maps show worsening drought conditions last week in Minnesota compared to the week before.
National Drought Mitigation Center

With large swaths of Minnesota gripped by severe drought, the state has activated the Minnesota State Drought Task Force. The group helps coordinate responses and communication between state agencies and other institutions in times of significant drought.

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with Randall Doneen, deputy director of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources ecological and water resources division, about the drought task force.

Listen to the full conversation by clicking the player above.