It REALLY Isn't Easy Being Green
Kermit says, "It's Not Easy Being Green"
Kermit may be thinking that it isn't a good time to be a frog, as our area of the state is experiencing a major drought!
As I look out at our farm pond today, I'd go as far to say that this drought may be a KILLER, if you happen to be a Fish, Bullfrog or Pond Turtle!
Despite Winter temperatures being colder than normal and on average, with precipitation and snowfall a bit above normal in Oklahoma, most of the state remains in “severe,” “extreme” or “exceptional” drought status. Farm ponds throughout central and western Oklahoma are dry for the first time in decades; lake levels have plummeted. Some cities have enacted mandatory water restrictions, such as assigning lawn-watering days. State and local officials have urged people to conserve water, publicizing ways to do so.
There a few things that we can do so that Kermit can REMAIN GREEN...and so that we can ALL GO GREEN, too!
Water conservation tips for Oklahomans:
• Fix leaks. An American home can waste, on average, more than 10,000 gallons of water every year due to running toilets, dripping faucets, and other household leaks.
• Turn off the tap while shaving or brushing teeth.
• Install a low-flow shower head.
• Install a low-volume flush toilet.
• Plug the sink or use a washbasin if washing dishes by hand.
• Use a dishwasher and make sure it is fully loaded.
• Thaw food in the refrigerator overnight rather than using hot water from the tap.
• Wash only full loads of laundry or use the washing machine's appropriate water level or load size selection.
• Don't overwater lawns. Water lawns between 4 a.m. and 7 a.m. to reduce evaporation.
• Use a broom, rather than a hose, to clean driveways, sidewalks and porches.
Source: Oklahoma Water Resources Board
2014 Long-Range Weather Forecast for Oklahoma City, OK
April and May will be slightly warmer and rainier than normal, on average.
Summer will be hotter and slightly drier than normal, with pockets of major drought likely. The hottest periods will be in early July, mid- to late July, and early to mid-August. Hurricanes should stay east and south of Texas.
September and October will be drier than normal, with temperatures above normal in Texas and below normal in Oklahoma.
It REALLY Isn't Easy Being Green
Kermit says, "It's Not Easy Being Green"
Kermit may be thinking that it isn't a good time to be a frog, as our area of the state is experiencing a major drought!
As I look out at our farm pond today, I'd go as far to say that this drought may be a KILLER, if you happen to be a Fish, Bullfrog or Pond Turtle!
Despite Winter temperatures being colder than normal and on average, with precipitation and snowfall a bit above normal in Oklahoma, most of the state remains in “severe,” “extreme” or “exceptional” drought status. Farm ponds throughout central and western Oklahoma are dry for the first time in decades; lake levels have plummeted. Some cities have enacted mandatory water restrictions, such as assigning lawn-watering days. State and local officials have urged people to conserve water, publicizing ways to do so.
There a few things that we can do so that Kermit can REMAIN GREEN...and so that we can ALL GO GREEN, too!
Water conservation tips for Oklahomans:
• Fix leaks. An American home can waste, on average, more than 10,000 gallons of water every year due to running toilets, dripping faucets, and other household leaks.
• Turn off the tap while shaving or brushing teeth.
• Install a low-flow shower head.
• Install a low-volume flush toilet.
• Plug the sink or use a washbasin if washing dishes by hand.
• Use a dishwasher and make sure it is fully loaded.
• Thaw food in the refrigerator overnight rather than using hot water from the tap.
• Wash only full loads of laundry or use the washing machine's appropriate water level or load size selection.
• Don't overwater lawns. Water lawns between 4 a.m. and 7 a.m. to reduce evaporation.
• Use a broom, rather than a hose, to clean driveways, sidewalks and porches.
Source: Oklahoma Water Resources Board
2014 Long-Range Weather Forecast for Oklahoma City, OK
April and May will be slightly warmer and rainier than normal, on average.
Summer will be hotter and slightly drier than normal, with pockets of major drought likely. The hottest periods will be in early July, mid- to late July, and early to mid-August. Hurricanes should stay east and south of Texas.
September and October will be drier than normal, with temperatures above normal in Texas and below normal in Oklahoma.