Preparing for Drought

Preparing for Drought

Author: Donald A Wilhite

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 9780788102677

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Describes those unique characteristics of drought that set it apart from other natural hazards. Also describes the nature of impacts associated with drought. Illustrates with several case studies how some nations have coped with drought in the past and describes recent attempts to adopt a more proactive risk management approach. Also proposes a methodology to assist developing countries in the preparation of drought plans.


Drought Preparedness and Response

Drought Preparedness and Response

Author:

Publisher: American Water Works Association

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 85

ISBN-13: 1583218548

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Providing a reliable supply of water requires being prepared for water shortages of varying degree and duration. What can a municipal water supplier do to mitigate water shortages caused by drought? Preparing for drought and water shortages before they occur is the best defense. This manual will help water managers facing water shortages by illustrating how to employ tried-and-true strategies and tactics of drought mitigation, as well as new tools and methods. Managing water shortages involves temporarily reducing demand and finding alternate water to temporarily increase supply. There are options available to water managers to accomplish this. The manual provides a proven, seven-step process to anticipate and respond to water shortages through a structured planning process.


Droughts

Droughts

Author: Martha Elizabeth Hillman Rustad

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2019-05-01

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 1496635264

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It hasnÕt rained in weeks. Crops are wilting, and the grass is dry. Rivers run low. Is it a drought? How do you know? And how can you prepare for whatÕs to come? Droughts: Be Aware and Prepare has the answers.


Drought Preparedness and Response

Drought Preparedness and Response

Author: Awwa

Publisher:

Published: 2019

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 9781625763334

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Providing a reliable supply of water requires being prepared for water shortages of varying degree and duration, and preparing for drought and water shortages before they occur is the best defense. A Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) enables a water supplier to assess the risks and reduce the vulnerability of a community to drought impacts and establishes priorities that will provide water for public health and safety and minimize impacts on economic activity, environmental resources, and the region's lifestyle. M60 will help water managers facing water shortages by illustrating how to employ tried-and-true strategies and tactics of drought mitigation, as well as introducing new tools and methods. The manual accomplishes this by providing a step-by-step process to anticipate and respond to water shortages through a structured planning process.