A drought disaster has been declared for numerous cities and towns. This declaration comes as a significant portion of the land is experiencing severe water shortages. Over a third of the area is facing extremely dry conditions, while another sizable portion is under severe drought.

The capital had its driest month on record in over a century. A formal request for this declaration was made to the US Department of Agriculture more than two weeks prior. The declaration applies to a portion of the municipalities, allowing farmers and agricultural producers to receive assistance.

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