Drought Basics | WSU Drought Alert | Washington State University

In communities where a drought has been declared, local and state officials may recommend water conservation measures to reduce water use. Water restrictions can affect not only members of the agricultural communities – but all individuals with water privileges. For more information on water recommendations or restrictions, please contact your local water authorities.Using water efficiently plays an important role in ensuring that the world has a consistently adequate water supply. It is up to each individual to use water wisely, in order to play an active role in curbing water waste. Due to climate variability, occurrences of drought conditions are likely to increase – so it is important to implement water saving methods, technologies, and practices at all times.

*This information was adapted from The American Red Cross drought preparedness website.