Drought - World Health Organization (WHO)
Jan 1, 2018 · Drought is a prolonged dry period in the natural climate cycle that can occur anywhere in the world. It is a slow-onset disaster characterized by the lack of precipitation, resulting in a water …
Drought - USDA
Feb 3, 2026 · The U.S. Drought Monitor is a weekly map of drought conditions jointly by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) , USDA and the National Drought Mitigation Center …
In support of these drought monitoring activities, the USDA Office of the Chief Economist (OCE) World Agricultural Outlook Board (WAOB) developed the Agriculture in Drought (AgInDrought) product to …
Drought: What to know about this global risk affecting billions
Aug 14, 2025 · The impacts of drought are wide-ranging, from devastating crops to slowing down the worldwide flow of trade. Here's what to know about this global risk.
Drought fuelling food insecurity, and other nature news
Jul 8, 2025 · This round-up contains some of the key nature and climate news from the past week. Top stories: The global impact of drought; Outcomes from the UN's development summit; BRICS leaders …
Percent in Severe Drought (D2) Percent in Exceptional Drought (D4) Drought percentages are approximated using the U.S. Drought Monitor product. State contributions to national production …
Droughts are getting worse and urgent action is needed, says UN
Aug 12, 2022 · Droughts are intensifying around the world due to climate change. The UN says solutions such as land restoration must be stepped up to combat the crisis.
USDA to Provide $1 Billion to Livestock Producers Impacted by …
May 29, 2025 · “The Department of Agriculture is stepping up to support livestock producers by expediting disaster payments when drought and wildfires strike. Under President Trump’s leadership, …
First Drought Monitor for 2026 and its Findings - USDA
Jan 8, 2026 · Radio Broadcast Num: 05 Radio Remark: How much of the contiguous U.S. is covered in drought as the new year starts? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey) Radio Length: …
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Biden-Harris Administration Invests Up to
Aug 9, 2024 · WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Biden-Harris Administration Invests Up to $400 Million to Address Drought, Conserve Water through Production of Water-Saving Commodities