Severe Drought Grips Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi
The Arkansas-Louisiana-Mississippi region is experiencing widespread drought conditions, with 94% of the area classified as being in Moderate to Exceptional Drought (D1-D4) as of November 10, 2026, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. Arkansas is particularly affected, with 97% of the state in drought and nearly 50% in Exceptional Drought (D4). Louisiana and Mississippi are also severely impacted, with 95% and 92% of their areas in drought, respectively. This follows the region's warmest August–October period on record, coupled with near-record dryness. The Mississippi River's water levels remain below long-term averages in key areas like Baton Rouge, despite temporary relief from upstream flows.
