/r/drought
“When the well is dry, you know the worth of water” - Ben Franklin
The Drought reddit
Drought - an extended period when a region notes a deficiency in its water supply whether surface or underground water. A drought can last for months or years, or may be declared after as few as 15 days. Generally, this occurs when a region receives consistently below average precipitation. It can have a substantial impact on the ecosystem and agriculture of the affected region. Although droughts can persist for several years, even a short, intense drought can cause significant damage and harm to the local economy. Prolonged drought has caused cause mass migrations and humanitarian crises.
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New Interactive Esri Drought Aware app shows areas of water stress in advance detail
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U.S. seasonal drought outlook
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Cheney Lake is drying up. Wichita says the drought plan is working
Water levels in Cheney Lake have continued to drop since Wichita leaders declared a drought in January 2023, kicking off the first stage of the city’s drought plan — voluntary water conservation. Restrictions on when residents can water their lawns became mandatory this summer.
To read more about Wichita's drought plan click here.
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Namibia turns to local plant resources amid drought
2024 will likely be the drought of the century (after 2019 had been coined the same), but here's an inspiring story how local farmers turn shrub into valuable products for survival: https://youtu.be/C-esqfpg4ig?feature=shared
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California seeks a more resilient water supply as familiar sides battle for access — A new study, conducted by researchers at three University of California campuses, projects that a combination of factors will reduce California’s water supply by up to 9 million acre-feet a year.
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