Drought Conditions Stable in Livingston County

No change in drought status for GLOW region last week

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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According to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor report, drought conditions remained unchanged in the GLOW region, which includes Genesee, Orleans, Wyoming, and Livingston counties, over the past week.

Why it matters

Drought conditions can have significant impacts on agriculture, water supply, and the environment. Monitoring the drought status is important for local communities to prepare and respond accordingly.

The details

The U.S. Drought Monitor's weekly report showed that Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming counties remained free of drought as of the previous Tuesday, although each had some abnormally dry areas. Livingston County also saw no change in its drought status during this period.

  • The latest U.S. Drought Monitor report was released on Tuesday, February 14, 2026.

The players

U.S. Drought Monitor

A partnership between the National Drought Mitigation Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the United States Department of Agriculture, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration that produces weekly drought condition reports for the United States.

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The takeaway

Monitoring drought conditions is crucial for communities in the GLOW region to prepare and respond appropriately to potential impacts on agriculture, water supply, and the environment. The stable drought status over the past week suggests the region is currently weathering the conditions, but continued vigilance is needed.