What Is a Drought?

A drought is a period of time when a region receives less snow or rain than normal, leading to dry conditions.

A drought is a period of time when a region receives less snow or rain than normal, leading to dry conditions. Droughts reduce water supply, destroy crops and cause wildfires, affecting humans, animals and plants. Droughts can span a few weeks or extend over decades. Watch these videos to learn more
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