Drought is a prolonged period of abnormally low precipitation, resulting in water

shortage for various purposes. It can be caused by natural factors like climate
variability, such as El Niño events, or human activities like overuse of water
resources and climate change. Droughts have significant impacts on agriculture,
ecosystems, water supplies, and socio-economic systems. Mitigating the effects of
drought involves implementing water conservation measures, improving irrigation
techniques, promoting efficient water use, and developing drought-resistant crop
varieties. Drought preparedness, early warning systems, and drought contingency
planning are also crucial for managing the impacts of drought on communities and
ecosystems.