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The U.S. Drought Monitor - UPDATE
Nov 21, 2008
What is the U.S. Drought Monitor?
Tracking drought blends science and art. No single definition of drought works for all circumstances, so people rely on drought indices to detect and measure droughts. But no single index works under all circumstances, either. That's why we need the Drought Monitor, a synthesis of multiple indices and impacts, that represents a consensus of federal and academic scientists. Click HERE to view the latest Drought Monitor Report.
South's water supplies to become more uncertain
Nov 24, 2008
AP staff reports that Southeastern states should diversify their water sources and boost efficiency measures to prepare for an uncertain supply that may become even more unpredictable amid climate change, a new report released by a national conservation group concludes. The National Wildlife Federation released a report Thursday urging regional water planners to pour more resources into plugging leaks and increasing water efficiency rather than building new reservoirs. Click HERE to read full story.
Decision to come soon on lake flow reduction
Nov 21, 2008
AJC staff reports that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says a decision could come soon on whether to reduce the flow of water from lakes on the South Carolina-Georgia border. South Carolina and Georgia have asked for a reduction in water flow through the Thurmond Lake dam through February to conserve water in the upper lakes. Click "visit website" below to read the full story.
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