Understanding Drought: Causes, Implications, and Mitigation Strategies

The video discusses droughts, defined as periods of below-normal precipitation leading to water shortages. It explores natural causes like low precipitation, dry seasons, and El Nino, as well as human activities such as farming and deforestation. Droughts impact the environment, economy, and health, affecting water supply, biodiversity, and industries reliant on water. Mitigation strategies include dam construction, cloud seeding, desalination, and water conservation. Monitoring and predicting droughts can help prepare for their occurrence.

What are the main characteristics of a drought?

What are some natural factors that contribute to drought?

How do human activities impact the occurrence of droughts?

What are the implications of droughts on the environment and economy?

What measures can be taken to mitigate the effects of drought?