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Summer 2004 Seasonal Summary Now Available

The Summer 2004 edition of "Oklahoma Climate", OCS's seasonal climate
series is available online at:
http://climate.mesonet.org/seasonal_summary.html

Editor-in-chief Gary McManus has assembled another fine issue.  This
edition's theme is "Drought".  Here are some highlights:

Another look at the Dust Bowl, one of the worst ecological disasters
in human history

When is a "drought" really a drought? The answer might surprise you.
Check out "What is Drought"

Atlantis lives on in Oklahoma! A fascinating photo essay of the lost
town of Lugert, which reappeared from Altus Lake due to drought
conditions

An overview of OCS's real-time drought monitoring program, one of the
best in the world, located right here in the Sooner State!

For educators, a classroom exercise that lets students examine the
dangers of summertime heat and humidity

Summer horticulture tips for lawn and garden enthusiasts

An agricultural summary of the spring months

A summary of spring's weather, including daily highlights


For more detailed accounts of Oklahoma's weather, be sure to check out
the Oklahoma Monthly Climate Summary, published during the first week
of each month, available online at:

http://climate.mesonet.org/monthly_summary.html