Drought is straining trees in Minneapolis
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Elm trees.
Image courtesy of Edelweiss Design
Despite recent rains, trees are still suffering from a recent drought in the Twin Cities.
MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with Ralph Sievert, the director of forestry for the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. His department is in charge of the trees in Minneapolis that are on boulevards, in parks, or on other city property.
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