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Hydrological Drought and its indices

Author(s):

Malekwala Fatema Saifee , L.D.College of Engineering; Dave Riddhi Pinakinbhai , L.D.College of Engineering; Thakkar Sachin, L.D.College of Engineering; Chanda Rautela, L.D.College of Engineering

Keywords:

Hydrological drought, droughts

Abstract

Hydrological drought is associated with the effects of periods of precipitation shortfalls on surface (stream-flow level) or subsurface water supply (ground-water level). The frequency and severity of hydrological drought is often defined on a catchment. Beginning with a discussion of drought definitions, this paper provides a review of fundamental concepts of drought, classification of drought and hydrological drought indices. It also discusses advantages and disadvantages of drought indices.

Other Details

Paper ID: IJSRDV2I1066
Published in: Volume : 2, Issue : 1
Publication Date: 01/04/2014
Page(s): 212-214

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