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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › DroughtDrought - Wikipedia

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   Drought is a complex phenomenon − relating to the absence of water − which is difficult to monitor and define. [16] By the early 1980s, over 150 definitions of "drought" had already been published. [17] The range of definitions reflects differences in regions, needs, and disciplinary approaches.

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4. www.nationalgeographic.org › encyclopedia › droughtDrought - National Geographic Society

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   Apr 3, 2024 · Learn what a drought is, how it affects people and the environment, and why it is important to conserve water. Find out the causes, effects, and examples of droughts around the world.

5. byjus.com › free-ias-prep › droughtsDroughts: Definition, Types and Consequences for UPSC Geography

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   Learn about droughts for the IAS exam with this article that covers the definition, types, causes and effects of droughts. Find out how droughts are declared, managed and measured in different regions and sectors.

6. www.who.int › health-topics › droughtDrought - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Drought. Drought is a prolonged dry period in the natural climate cycle that can occur anywhere in the world. It is a slow-onset disaster characterized by the lack of precipitation, resulting in a water shortage. Drought can have a serious impact on health, agriculture, economies, energy and the environment.

7. www.nationalgeographic.org › article › understandingUnderstanding Droughts - National Geographic Society

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   Apr 3, 2024 · Learn what drought is, how it affects the environment and people, and what causes it. Explore the links between drought and climate patterns, such as El Niño and La Niña, and the challenges of measuring and defining drought.

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   What are the negative effects of drought?

   • The most negative impacts of drought for humans include crop failure, food crisis, famine, malnutrition, and poverty, which lead to loss of life and mass migration of people. There are negative effects on the health of people who are directly exposed to this phenomenon (excessive heat waves ).

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   What is a drought example?

   • A drought is defined depending on the average amount of precipitation that an area is accustomed to receiving. For example, in Atlanta, Georgia, the average rainfall is about 127 centimeters (50 inches) a year. If significantly less rain falls, there may be water shortages and a drought may be declared.

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   When does a drought end?

   • The end of a drought can also be difficult to determine. While a single rain storm will provide short-term relief from a drought, it might take weeks or months before levels of precipitation return to normal. The start and end of a drought are often only clear in hindsight. Causes of Drought

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   What does drought mean?

   • The National Weather Service office of the NOAA defines drought as "a deficiency of moisture that results in adverse impacts on people, animals, or vegetation over a sizeable area". Drought is a complex phenomenon − relating to the absence of water − which is difficult to monitor and define.

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9. www.britannica.com › science › droughtDrought | Description & Kinds | Britannica

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   Jul 2, 2024 · Drought is a lack of rain that causes water shortages, crop damage, and other problems. Learn about the four kinds of drought and how they affect different regions and climates.

10. www.rescue.org › article › what-drought-causesWhat is drought? Causes, impact & countries most affected

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    Jul 13, 2023 · Drought is a lack of rainfall that causes water shortages and serious human impacts such as famine and malnutrition. Learn how drought is triggered by natural and human causes, and how it affects millions of people in East Africa and other regions.