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East Tennessee State University, which houses the state's official climate office, says that dry weather and heat in the region have become dangerous. Grass has browned and farmers risk financial impacts due to crop loss. Throughout Southern Appalachia, including much of Tennessee, hay fields, pastures, and grasses have been stressed by the dry conditions that emerged rapidly. At least one report has emerged of calves dying shortly after birth due to a fescue-related illness that is exacerbated, if not caused, by extreme heat and drought. This year's drought is unusually early for Tennessee, causing concern that yield losses will be substantial. The Greeneville Sun (Greeneville, TN), July 15, 2024.