U.S. government declares drought disaster for U.S. Virgin Islands

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August 21, 2026

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Source: THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

The U.S. government has declared a drought disaster in the U.S. Virgin Islands as dry conditions persist.

St. Thomas, St. John and St. Croix are all experiencing an extreme drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor, and no relief is in sight.

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