USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -∙ However, water conservation and heavy rainfall are not responsible for causing drought.

Detailed explanation-2: -Shortage of water, Dry and hot winds, rise in temperature, and consequent evaporation of moisture from the ground contribute to conditions of drought. Droughts also result in crop failure too. Droughts have a major impact on the ecosystem and agriculture of the affected regions.

Detailed explanation-3: -A meteorological drought occurs due to lack of precipitation. A hydrological drought is related to low runoff, streamflow, and reservoir storage.

Detailed explanation-4: -Drought is caused by a lack of rainfall, causing serious water shortages. It can be fatal. Unlike other extreme weather events that are more sudden, like earthquakes or hurricanes, droughts happen gradually.