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| These technical workshops will explore flash drought and soil moisture in the Southeast context. The focus is on information-sharing among those active in flash drought or soil moisture monitoring, research, and applications development, although the meetings are open to all interested parties. Outcomes will help identify future steps for the Southeast Drought Early Warning System (SE DEWS) network and will inform conversations at the 2022 SE DEWS Partners Dialogue in August. Join us for one, or all! SE DEWS Flash Drought Technical Workshop Tuesday, March 1, 10 am – 1 pm EST The objectives of this workshop are to: Define the unique characteristics of flash drought in the Southeast context Assess and synthesize our current state of monitoring and predicting flash drought in the Southeast Identify additional monitoring and research needs SE DEWS Soil Moisture Technical Workshop Wednesday, March 2, 10 am – 12 pm EST The objectives of this workshop are to: Share progress in expanding state and regional networks (SE Soil Moisture Build-out and Applications Development project and other activities) Identify near-term opportunities to capitalize on current soil moisture data & research for regional drought early warning Identify additional regional soil moisture research priorities Exploring next steps for Flash Drought and Soil Moisture synergies in the Southeast – a Discussion Wednesday, March 2, 12:30-1:30 pm EST This discussion with participants in the earlier flash drought and soil moisture technical workshops will jointly identify areas of mutual interest such as key information needed from the soil moisture network to further improve flash drought monitoring and prediction, and barriers for incorporating the soil moisture information into flash drought tools and applications. Near-term and longer-term opportunities for the SE DEWS will also be explored. |
RESCHEDULED – NEW DATES!!!!Southeast Drought Early Warning System (DEWS) Partners Dialogue August 9-10, 2022 | Atlanta, Georgia This regional gathering will bring together partners for the first time under the newly established Southeast Drought Early Warning System (SE DEWS) network to share and discuss ongoing drought-related activities, learn about new and innovative drought research and resources, explore emerging issues and opportunities, and identify collaborative paths forward that advance drought early warning and preparedness in this region. Specific topics that will be addressed include: Sharing state and watershed approaches for drought planning and responsePromoting effective practices for communicating current and future drought conditions Improving our ability to monitor, predict, and respond to rapid-onset (‘flash’) droughtsUtilizing information on drought impacts to inform drought monitoring and decision making Participants will leave with tangible lessons on how to enhance existing activities, design and implement new efforts, and address barriers related to drought planning and preparedness. In addition, partners will jointly identify collaborative research and opportunities that the partners and the broader DEWS network can utilize to address drought across the region. Location: Atlanta Regional Commission, Atlanta, Georgia Who should attend: This Dialogue is open to all, and is particularly relevant to those entities that engage in the following activities: Monitor drought conditionsEngage in drought and water planning Utilize drought information in decision making Provide information on drought conditions and impactsConduct research related to drought monitoring, prediction, and riskShare drought information through communication and outreach Please share this upcoming event with your networks! Questions? Contact Meredith Muth. |
