So far, 23 R.M.'s in the Southwest have been declared drought disaster areas.

It's a disaster.

So far, 23 R.M.’s in the Southwest have been declared drought disaster areas.

Continuing droughts in the area have caused serious problems for livestock producers and farmers.

Doug Davidson from Ponteix says we need to put more pressure on the politicians.

With that in mind a Drought Disaster Meeting and Rally is being held March 6th 2 o’clock at the Community Hall in Cadillac.

Federal and provincial politicians have been invited to take part.