Drought + Water Shortages

As the impacts of climate change intensify, communities nationwide are experiencing unprecedented and prolonged drought periods. This places significant pressure on local water supplies, making water conservation and efficiency strategies vital. Water providers often develop drought contingency plans as short-term, emergency measures to extend available water supplies. These plans may include temporary watering restrictions, enhanced drought communication, and fines to discourage high water use. It’s not a matter of if, but when, these policies will be necessary. Investing in water conservation when supplies are abundant helps water providers proactively address future shortages, using drought planning as a foundation for long-term water supply resilience.