<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3SNf9G_0v7Kg7oe00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3SNf9G_0v7Kg7oe00" width="1200" height="600" >LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - Drought conditions appear to be getting worse in parts of north Alabama. The newest drought monitor report shows severe drought in parts of Lauderdale County, while areas like Limestone, Lawrence and Colbert County are not looking much better, with little chance of rain to relieve the Tennessee Valley. Jason Dockery with the Alabama Forestry Commission says the drought is creating fuel for possible wildfires.It’s happening as the state is seeing epidemic levels of southern pine beetles affecting state forests.Dockery says he is worried about what this means for the forests. “It’s getting to be about time for another one but I hope it’s not this year,” said Dockery.Though the trees are still green for now, the dry weather is causing many issues. “The drought that we are currently experiencing is causing a lot of insect and disease problems in the forest,” said Dockery. “They are causing large areas of pines to die. When those pines die and dry out, they become more fuel for wildfires.”Though he is hopeful that this year will not be too bad his crew is trained and prepared for anything. “All of our personnel arrive fire certified and they receive training on putting out wild burning fires,” said Dockery.He adds that most forest fires are caused by people either by accident or on purpose, but there are a few ways to prevent wildfires.“As always be safe with fire keep the brush away from your home and derbies and don’t keep firewood under your deck,” said Dockery.Dockery reminds us to avoid doing anything that can spark a wildfire. if you see a fire do not hesitate to call 911.</div></body>

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LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - Drought conditions appear to be getting worse in parts of north Alabama. The newest drought monitor report shows severe drought in parts of Lauderdale County, while areas like Limestone, Lawrence and Colbert County are not looking much better, with little chance of rain to relieve the Tennessee Valley.

Drought causing problems with forests in North Alabama

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LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - Drought conditions appear to be getting worse in parts of north Alabama. The newest drought monitor report shows severe dro

Drought causing problems with forests in North Alabama

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