Science for drought response

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Abstract

Droughts impact water availability and quality, agriculture, energy production, ecosystem health, cultural resources, and wildfire risk. In an average year, nearly 15% of the US experiences significant drought, and in some recent years, drought conditions have impacted more than a third of the nation (U.S. Drought Monitor).  

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Climate Adaptation Science Centers (CASCs) deliver actionable science to help land and resource managers prepare for, reduce the risk of, and recover from drought.

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Wilson, T., and McAfee, S.A., 2026, Science for drought response, 2 p.

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Publication type Report
Publication Subtype Federal Government Series
Title Science for drought response
Year Published 2026
Language English
Publisher Southwest Climate Adaptation Center
Contributing office(s) Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center
Description 2 p.
Country United States
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