WFXR Weather Trivia: Types of drought
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Think you’re a weather buff who knows their stuff? See if you can correctly guess this WFXR Weather Trivia question!
Which of the following is NOT a type of drought?
Meteorological drought refers to a dry weather pattern that dominates an area for a prolonged period of time. Typically, an area receives below-average rainfall. These types of drought can be region-specific.
Hydrological drought occurs when low water supply becomes evident in rivers, lakes, groundwater, and reservoirs. Usually, hydrological drought develops following meteorological drought.
Agricultural drought impacts farms, ranches, and grazing lands. Not only can the lack of moisture damage crops, but it can contribute to insect outbreaks, increase the wildfire potential, and alter the rate of carbon, nutrient, and water cycling.
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Systematic drought does not exist. Two other types of drought are socioeconomic drought and ecological drought.
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