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During a Drought

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During a drought, be vigilant. Conserve water by taking shorter showers and avoid washing your car. Practice fire prevention by properly disposing of cigarette butts and not setting off fireworks. Follow any additional directions from local officials. For more information about drought safety, visit www.weather.gov/drought #SummerSafety #DroughtSafety

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During a drought, conserve water, practice fire prevention, & follow directions from local officials. weather.gov/drought #DroughtSafety

During a Drought

 

Drought Location

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When your hometown is suffering from drought conditions, do you know what to do? Visit the National Weather Service Drought Safety page to find out how you can help! http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/drought/ #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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Visit the NWS Drought Safety page for tips for areas in drought! http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/drought/ #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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Drought Climate

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Drought is a normal feature of our climate. Caused by a lack of rain or snow over an extended period, it can happen nearly everywhere. In some cases, drought can develop relatively quickly and last only for a very short period of time, exacerbated by extreme heat and/or wind. For other cases, drought can span multiple years or even decades. Where is the drought? Will it change? What are its impacts? Find answers to these questions at https://drought.gov #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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Drought is a normal feature of our climate and can happen nearly everywhere. https://drought.gov #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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Drought Agriculture

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Droughts are very hard on society. They can drive farmers out of business, making the fruits and vegetables you eat more expensive. Without adequate water, lakes and rivers can dry up - hurting places that depend on tourism and taking away your favorite vacation spot. Even the electricity you use for your computer or TV can be more expensive - hydroelectric dams, like the Hoover Dam in Nevada, need water to operate. Learn more at https://drought.gov #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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Droughts can drive farmers out of business and make electricity more expensive. https://drought.gov #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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Drought Cost

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Droughts are among the most costly weather-related events. According to the National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), the United States has sustained 114 weather/climate disasters over the past 31+ years (as of 2011) in which overall damages/costs reached or exceeded $1 billion. Learn more at https://drought.gov #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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Droughts are among the most costly weather related events. https://drought.gov #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

Drought Cost

 

Drought Monitor

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Will the drought intensify where you live? The U.S. Seasonal Drought Outlook shows predicted trends for areas experiencing drought depicted in the U.S. Drought Monitor, as well as indicating areas where new droughts may develop. Get it at https://drought.gov #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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Will the drought intensify where you live? https://drought.gov #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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Drought Outlook

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The National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center (CPC) issues a Weekly Drought Monitor, as well as Monthly and Seasonal Drought Outlooks. Use these products to discover the drought conditions where you live. http://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/expert_assessment/month_drought.png #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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NWS issues a Monthly Drought Outlook. http://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/expert_assessment/month_drought.png #DroughtSafety

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Drought Meter

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How is drought affecting where you live? Check the Drought Meter. Enter your zip code for current conditions. https://www.drought.gov/drought/drought-my-backyard #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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How is drought affecting where you live? https://www.drought.gov/drought/drought-my-backyard #DroughtSafety #SummerSafety

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