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U.S. Virgin Islands in Extreme Drought
23/07/2026
The entire U.S. Virgin Islands territory was classified in Extreme Drought (D3) as of July 21, 2026. Lack of rainfall was causing cracked soils, vegetation stress, depleted ponds, and water-access difficulties for residents and farmers.
National Integrated Drought Information System (2026)
National Integrated Drought Information System. (2026, July 23). Drought update for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Drought.gov. https://www.drought.gov/drought-status-updates/drought-update-puerto-rico-and-us-virgin-islands-2026-07-23