drought
Partner Webinar: Drought Decision-Making Tools You Can Use
Host: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Presenters: Rebecca Ward, North Carolina Assistant State Climatologist, Katherine Hegewisch, Research Scientist at the University of Idaho, Jeff Marti, Drought Coordinator, Washington Department of Ecology Abstract: Learn about two toolkits that support drought monitoring and drought decision-making across the lower 48 states: the Integrated Water Portal and The Climate […]
Partner Webinar: Ecological Drought: An Introduction
Introducing ecological drought as a scientific concept distinct from other definitions of drought, this webinar explores recent research on the topic, including transformational drought impacts and ecological tipping points. Speakers: • Dr. Shelley Crausbay, Senior Scientist, Conservation Science Partners • Dr. Amanda Cravens, Research Social Scientist, USGS This webinar is the first in a four-part […]
Partner Webinar: Ecological Drought: Planning for Resilience
This webinar focuses on planning, restoration, and recovery actions that strengthen ecosystem resilience, mitigate the impacts of natural disasters, and realize co-benefits. Speakers: Dr. Jennifer Cartwright, Lower Mississippi-Gulf Water Science Center, USGS Rachel M. Gregg, Senior Scientist, EcoAdapt Hannah Panci, Climate Change Scientist Robert Croll, Climate Change Program Coordinator, Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife […]
Partner Webinar: Ecological Drought: Drought, Wildfire, and Recovery
Drought can exacerbate wildfire frequency, intensity, and severity. This webinar will explore wildfire management approaches based on ecological principles, including those that embed traditional ecological knowledge. Speakers: • Dr. Jeremy Littell, Research Ecologist, Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center, USGS • Bill Tripp, Deputy Director of Eco-Cultural Revitalization, Department of Natural Resources, Karuk Tribe This webinar […]
Partner Webinar: Ecological Drought: Impacts on Coastal Ecosystems
This webinar will share recent research on drought impacts to coastal ecosystems and services. Speakers: • Dr. Kirsten Lackstrom, Research Associate, Carolinas Integrated Sciences & Assessments (a NOAA RISA) • Dr. Beth Middleton, Research Ecologist, Wetland and Aquatic Research Center, USGS • Dr. Michael Osland, Research Ecologist, Wetland and Aquatic Research Center, USGS This webinar […]
Using Soil Moisture Information to Better Understand and Predict Wildfire Danger: A Symposium for Researchers and Fire Managers
This free online symposium will highlight the latest advances in using soil moisture information to better understand and predict wildfire danger. These recent discoveries are revealing the potential for soil […]
Partner Webinar: Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar
The Southeast Climate monthly webinar series is held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am ET. This series is hosted by the Southeast Regional Climate Center, in […]
Partner Webinar: Flash Drought Webinar Series: Current Understanding and Future Priorities
Droughts are often categorized as ‘flash’ droughts when they develop or intensify in a matter of weeks (though defining flash droughts continues to be an area of active debate). The National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) and the National Weather Service (NWS) are pleased to announce a series of three webinars to help climate professionals […]
Partner Webinar: Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar
The Southeast Climate monthly webinar series is held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am ET. This series is hosted by the Southeast Regional Climate Center, in partnership with the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) and the NOAA National Weather Service. These webinars will provide the region with timely information on […]
Partner Webinar: Flash Drought Webinar Series: Emerging Tools for Flash Drought Monitoring and Prediction
Droughts are often categorized as ‘flash’ droughts when they develop or intensify in a matter of weeks (though defining flash droughts continues to be an area of active debate). The National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) and the National Weather Service (NWS) are pleased to announce a series of three webinars to help climate professionals […]