National Guidelines & Strategy

• Ready.gov Drought Portal: Provides actionable advice for households, including a checklist for indoor and outdoor water conservation.

• Drought.gov Hazard Planning: A comprehensive hub for monitoring current conditions and accessing early warning systems and sector-specific planning guides.

• EPA Drought Resilience and Water Conservation: Focuses on green infrastructure and water reuse strategies to replenish local groundwater reserves.

• American Red Cross Drought Preparedness: Offers tips on leak detection (e.g., how to read your water meter to find hidden leaks) and long-term landscape planning. 

Agricultural & Rural Resources

• USDA Climate Hubs: Drought Resistant Practices: Outlines strategies like prescribed grazing, no-till farming, and micro-irrigation to maintain production during dry spells.

• Farmers.gov Drought Resilience: Details USDA programs that provide financial assistance for improving irrigation efficiency and soil health.

• National Drought Mitigation Center (NDMC): Offers specialized tools for ranchers to manage risk and develop drought-scenario exercises. 

Practical Tools & Kits

• EPA WaterSense: A labeling program to help you identify water-efficient products (faucets, showerheads, and irrigation controllers) that can save a household over $380 annually.

• CDC Drought Communication Toolkit: Provides information on the public health impacts of drought, such as air quality issues and heat-related illnesses.

• Home Preparation Products:

  • Drought-Proof Your Yard Handbook

    A comprehensive guide for transforming lawns into water-smart landscapes

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  • Beat the Drought Garden Bundle: Includes tools like a core aerator and root irrigator to encourage deep rooting and reduce runoff

  • Deluxe Water Conservation Kit

    Contains a rain gauge, soil moisture meter, and hose timer for precise outdoor watering