The drought monitor, as of Tuesday, April 7, indicates a continued increase in drought conditions with only 15% of the state now out of dry conditions. Our entire area is now in moderate drought. Only East Central Kansas is in good shape. The six to 10 day forecast (April 13-17) indicates a 50 to 60% chance of likely above normal for temperatures and a 40 to 50% chance of leaning above normal for precipitation. The eight to 14-day forecast indicates (April 15-21) indicates a 50 to 60% chance of likely above normal for temperatures and a 33 to 50% chance of leaning above normal for precipitation.