Droughts
By Marta and Kailyn!
The Science Behind Droughts
When there is little precipitation and the water levels get low, droughts occur. Droughts have a serious affect on the ecosystem and agriculture in the affected area. Droughts provide little water to support crops, which causes hunger. Droughts can also cause hazards like wildfires, dust storms, heat waves, and flash floods.
What to do when droughts are by you!
Before:
-don't pour water down the drain
-only use water when you really need it
During:
-listen to authorities' rules
-take short showers, not baths
-don't let water run when you brush your teeth
After:
-learn from the drought and be prepared for the next one
-don't pour water down the drain
-only use water when you really need it
During:
-listen to authorities' rules
-take short showers, not baths
-don't let water run when you brush your teeth
After:
-learn from the drought and be prepared for the next one
Droughts in the Past
The Dust Bowl
This event happened in the 1930s. It affected Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. The winds were very severe, going up to 60 mph. All of a sudden, a huge cloud made of dust took over the sky.
1st North American drought
This drought took place from 1988-1989. It was one of the worst droughts in U.S. history. It killed thousands of people and cost billions of dollars to repair.
2nd North American drought
This event happened from 2012-2013. You may be familiar with this drought as the outrageous heat in our area. This drought has caused the heat. Just like the 1st North American drought, it cost billions of dollars to repair.
Interesting Facts
1. Droughts can occur anywhere in the U.S.
2. The water we see today is about a billion years old, which is why water sources are limited.
3. Toilets use about 7 gallons of water even after one flush.
4. There are 4 types of droughts: meteorogical, agricultural, hydrological, and socioeconomic.
5. The hotter the climate, the worse the drought.
The Agricultural Drought.
The crops , without enough water, have wilted and will not bear fruit.