Definition(s)
A naturally occurring phenomenon that exists when precipitation has been significantly below normal recorded levels, causing serious hydrological imbalances that adversely affect land resource production systems (Source: http://www.fao.org/ag/againfo/programmes/en/lead/alive_toolkit/pages/pageB_drought_hazard_def.html)
A period of abnormally dry weather sufficiently prolonged so that the lack of water causes a serious hydrologic imbalance (such as crop damage, water supply shortage) in the affected area. (Source: GEMET/MGH)
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United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change | 2 articles and paragraphs |
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The Convention on Wetlands | 4 documents |
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United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification | 1 article or paragraph7 decisions |
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United Nations Environment Assembly | 1 decision |