Drought snarls Mississippi River transit as low river levels deal blow to farmers
Nearly the entire stretch of the river experienced below average rainfall over the past two months, reducing water levels on the river to near record low.
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Nearly the entire stretch of the river experienced below average rainfall over the past two months, reducing water levels on the river to near record low.
AP source: Assailant shouted 'Where is Nancy?' in attack
AP source: Assailant shouted 'Where is Nancy?' in attack
Nearly the entire stretch of the Mississippi River has experienced below average rainfall over the past two months, reducing water levels on the river to near record lows. The drought has disrupted ship and barge traffic at a critical time for farmers harvesting soybeans and corn for export. Farmers are paying higher shipping costs.
AP source: Assailant shouted 'Where is Nancy?' in attack