If an area shows just one stream gage location with lower-than-normal streamflow, can you assume that the area is in drought? Why or why not? Describe one or more conditions besides drought that could account for low streamflow. 8. Based on patterns in the streamflow data, predict which areas of the country are experiencing drought

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If an area shows just one stream gage location with lower-than-normal streamflow, can you assume that the area is in drought? Why or why not? Describe one or more conditions besides drought that could account for low streamflow.
8. Based on patterns in the streamflow data, predict which areas of the country are experiencing drought

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