Photo: #This lawn area near Lake Okabena in Worthington has suffered in the drought.
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This lawn area near Lake Okabena in Worthington has suffered in the drought. (MPR photo/Mark Steil)

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The drought of 2007

It's the second year in a row of hot weather and a lack of rain. The drought of 2007 is causing stress for farmers and residents of the Upper Midwest.

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The drought of 2007

Dry days in Minnesota

Broadcast: Midday, 07/31/2007, 11:00 a.m.

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Midday talks with University of Minnesota climatologist Mark Seeley and other experts about Minnesota's drought, and what it means for the state's water supply.

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  • Mark Seeley: University of Minnesota climatologist.

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