ALBUQUERQUE — Religious leaders throughout eastern New Mexico and western Texas had their second day of prayer related to the drought.
They said Sunday would be focused on giving thanks for the rain that has helped ease dry conditions across the region.
Hoyt Skabelund is an active church member from Clovis, N.M., who helped organize the first day of prayer in May and Sunday’s day of thanks. He calls the rains a “true miracle.”
While much of New Mexico and Texas are still dealing with moderate to severe drought, conditions have improved significantly since the start of the year.
In just three months, exceptional drought — the worst category — has disappeared from New Mexico. The state also marked its second wettest September on record with average precipitation of more than 4 inches.
