By Rob Pressly
National Association of Counties
When counties are hit by drought, the consequences can be disastrous. Diminished drinking supplies, reduced crop yields and economic downturn are among the threats counties may face. Though they can last for years, even short-term droughts can have significant impacts to local economies and environments. In addition, droughts put counties at increased risk for wildfires, exposing them to greater threats to public safety. Over the coming months, NACo’s Resilient Counties initiative will focus on how counties across the country can prepare for and respond to drought and wildfires.
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