drought

Winds will be strong from the north as very dry air arrives across Florida. Much of the state is under a Red Flag Warning, signaling fire danger.

Wildfire activity is increasing across Florida as significant drought conditions persist, with more than 100 fires burning nearly 12,000 acres.

Dry and windy conditions heighten fire danger in the Panhandle and north Florida, while south Florida remains soggy and humid.

Constant low humidity and exceptional drought levels will keep the fire danger high.

Parts of north and central Florida are forecast to reach 90 degrees or more by the end of the week and into the weekend, breaking new records.

This week's rain was welcome, and we need a lot more. Tallahassee is in a rainfall deficit of more than 20 inches. We hear the forecast and more on Speaking Of.

Severe, extreme, and exceptional drought levels are expanding as temperatures remain warm and high pressure keeps showers and storms focused only on some areas.

As temperatures warm and water demand increases, officials across Florida are reminding residents that conservation starts at home.

While other areas in Florida stayed steady in their previous week's drought categories, north Florida and the Panhandle continue to expand and worsen the drought.

Aquifers, rivers, and groundwater levels continue to decline. Southwest Florida will impose strict water shortage restrictions until July 1.