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USGS IN YOUR STATE

USGS Water Science Centers are located in each state.

Links to Sources of Drought Information

2007-2008 Winter Drought Outlook, from the NC State Climate Office and Raleigh NWS Forecast Office

North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council

Drought Monitoring

Drought Indicator Wells

National Integrated Drought Information System

National Drought Mitigation Center

Drought Monitor - A synthesis of multiple indices, outlooks and news accounts, that represents a consensus of federal and academic scientists.
Drought Monitor for North Carolina
Drought Monitor for the Southeast Region

North Carolina Drought Impacts Reporter

Drought Impacts in the United States - Provides a map of the Nation showing current drought conditions. Includes summary climatic conditions information and links for individual states.

U.S. Geological Survey

Drought Watch - Map of below normal 7-day average streamflow compared to historical streamflow for the day of the year.

Month-End Conditions Report for North Carolina - Monthly Precipitation, streamflow, and ground water levels for selected locations in North Carolina.

FAQ: The Hydrology of Drought

Publications

SIR 2005–5053 - The Drought of 1998–2002 in North Carolina — Precipitation and Hydrologic Conditions

OFR 93–642 - Drought

North Carolina Cooperative Extension Drought Information

Southeast Regional Climate Center Drought and Agriculture Information

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

NOAAs Drought Information Center

Palmer Drought Severity Index Map for the United States

Climate Prediction Center Drought Assessment

Preparing for Drought in the 21st Century - Report of the National Drought Policy Commission