South Georgia facing drought

By Jon Gosa

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October 29, 2016

The water level is so low at Radium Springs, the canal under the bridge is completely dry. (Staff Photo: Jon Gosa)

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With little to no measurable rainfall in almost two months, drought conditions across the state continue to worsen, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

Grass grows under the arches at Radium Springs in an area that used to be completely submerged. (Staff Photo: Jon Gosa)

A cotton field in Sumter County reveals the devastating effects of this year’s drought. (Photo: Tony Dale)

A dried up river bed can be seen from the bridge at Radium Springs. (Staff Photo: Jon Gosa)

Only a tiny puddle of water remains in the Marine Canal off of Radium Springs Road. (Satff Photo: Jon Gosa)

A ladder, which was once used by swimmers, extends down to the dry bottom of Radium Springs. (Staff Photo: Jon Gosa)

A dry and splotchy peanut field in Lee County illustrates the dry conditions in south Georgia. (Photo: Tony Dale)

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