(Undated) -- Some Virginians recently experienced developing or expanding levels of drought, but others did not. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey explains why some people saw changes in drought coverage in August.Preview: He says 48% of the country experienced either abnormal dryness or drought.Preview: Rippey says there is potential of increased drought in the autumn months but we could see normal or above normal precipitation too and only time will tell.