Alabama Drought Crisis

For many years the emphasis of drought strategies in the region has been on short-term mitigation measures rather than long-term prevention incentive. In the past few years new policies have been emerging in which preparedness, rehabilitation, prevention and planning are the key elements. Current drought management strategies are attempting to treat droughts as a potentially serious disaster. These management cycles also intend to integrate program management cycles aimed at mitigation and prevention. States such as Alabama develop strategies around a range of reforms that are meant to improve people's quality of life in various areas such as equal health care to improve governance and inclusive economic growth after a drought. The environmental …show more content…
This involves a thorough assessment by every single organization that uses water and also looks at water sources, alternate measures, water usage, and sustainability options including water reuse. These efforts also can include establishing contingency plans, as well as implementing those plans. These contingency plans can consist of; defining specific action levels, establishing appropriate water conservation measures, or designating alternative water sources for specific …show more content…
The countryside has also been historically blessed with an exponential abundance of both surface and groundwater resources. This blessing can also turn into a burden because the majority of the public do not know how to react to a drought because of the abundance of water in the state. The recent droughts have made many people realize the importance of the conservation of this valuable resource. If some of these water saving tips are practiced correctly, the state can come together to make sure there is an adequate supply of fresh water for the current population and future generations to come. Complying with all of the water saving tips will not only help save the water supply, but it also can save thousands of