the wet get wetter...the dry get.... 

As discussed previously in this blog, the rain pattern this winter will have a huge impact on whether we halt the drought of 2012, or we see it intensify. I know that sounds elementary, but that is the scenario we are in. A check of the streamflows today illustrates that point. See how the rivers and streams in the NW corner are running near normal, while the flows in the metro area and points south and east are well below normal. That image is true reflection of the drought monitor, where the NW corner of the state is drought free and 64 percent of the state is in an extreme drought.

The forecasted rainfall thru Wednesday shows the heavier rainfall totals will be NW and North of the city, lesser amounts to the south and east. A check of Lake Lanier has the level above 1058'. That is 12 feet below full pool, but just 6 feet from the December average. That mark is still nearly 7 feet from the all time low. It is important to point out that in December 2007 on the this date, Lanier was at 1051.48' on its way to the all time low of 1050.79 on the 26th. It will take above normal rainfall over the next several months to raise the level of Lanier into the spring. We'll be watching

It was my honor to host the Lilburn Christmas Parade this past weekend. We had over 1000 participants roll down Main St. Check out some photos here: Lilburn Christmas Parade. You might see someone you know. Peace.