Some people would say that droughts and floods and other weather events are increasing and this is a sign of climate change. Scientists are more cautious. Climate changes over a number of years, and scientists would say there is not yet a definite connection.
Droughts have occurred most often in regions such as Africa, Australia, the western United States, and parts of Asia. These areas are characterized by arid or semi-arid climates and are more susceptible to prolonged periods of low rainfall.
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There have been several periods of drought throughout Kenya's history. The most recent severe drought occurred in 2016, which led to food shortages and water scarcity in many parts of the country. However, droughts are a recurring issue in Kenya, and the country has experienced numerous droughts in the past.
Some famous Australian droughts are the drought of 1991-1995, and Drought Emily.
The world's longest drought lasted 400 years from 1571 until 1971 in the Atacama Desert of Chile, the driest place on Earth. In the Western U.S. from about A.D. 800-1300 a series of droughts occurred. The most devastating of these occurred in the mid-11th and 12th Centuries whichlasted for several decades.
Plants die in droughts. This is why droughts are such a disaster for farmers. Some trees and bushes go into a non-growing state and may survive when they are revived by new rainfall.
The frequency and intensity of droughts in the U.S. can vary significantly by region and over time. On average, the United States experiences several droughts each year, with major drought events occurring roughly every few years. Significant droughts have affected large areas, such as the Dust Bowl in the 1930s and more recent droughts in California and the Southwest. For precise statistics, it is best to reference data from the U.S. Drought Monitor or similar agencies.
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Drought conditions in Africa have a long history and vary by region, but significant droughts have been notably recorded since the 20th century. The Sahel region, for example, experienced severe droughts in the 1970s and 1980s. More recent droughts have affected areas like East Africa, particularly during the 2010s. Various factors, including climate change and El Niño events, have contributed to the frequency and intensity of these droughts.