Severe Drought

Definition

Severe drought refers to an extended period of extremely dry weather conditions that result in a significant lack of precipitation. This can lead to water shortages and negatively impact agriculture, ecosystems, and human activities.

Related terms

Crop Failure: When crops fail due to factors like severe drought, resulting in reduced agricultural output.

Water Scarcity: The limited availability of freshwater resources due to factors such as severe drought or excessive demand.

Food Prices: The cost of food items, which can increase when there is a decrease in agricultural production caused by severe drought.