Flooding Along Mississippi Eases Drought Across Regions
Upstream floods in the upper Mississippi reduce drought strain for southern states as rainfall boosts river levels through June and July. Meteorologists say the crest moves from Minnesota to Missouri, with levels easing by September, while authorities warn about saltwater intrusion and algae risks downstream.
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