Drought
Droughts, or preconditions for drought, generally
occur when a combination of several severe weather
phenomena are prevalent or exist in our ecosystem,
such as a significant precipitation deficit, low
stream flow, low ground water levels, high evaporative
rates caused by prolonged high temperatures, widespread
reports of water shortages, and or other factors.
The Climate Prediction Center is responsible for
monitoring the current and/or anticipated drought
status of communities in Southern Florida. The
Palmer Drought Severity Index (PDSI) and Crop Moisture
Index (CMI)
are used to determine drought status. The use
of these indices to determine the relative dryness
or wetness effecting water sensitive
economies
helps to abate any severe impact that a drought
may cause in our community.
During times of crisis, the
City of Fort Lauderdale's Emergency Response Team
via the Public Information Office will notify the
citizens of the expected actions
that the City will take in cooperation
with Broward County and the State of Florida to
lessen the impact of any shortages of our water
supply. Those instructions may include how an individual
or family may better manage the water supply they
currently have on hand or where and when an adequate
supply of water will be made available. |
