DROUGHT: Impact and Resilience in a Warming World

Dates
-
Location
Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building, Rachel Carson Room
Fee
Free
Description
When rainfall levels decrease for extended periods, impacts are seen to the flow of streams and rivers, levels in lakes and reservoirs, and access to well water. Join Dr. Jerad Bales, U.S. Geological Survey Chief Scientist for Water to learn about current and historical droughts, the potential for droughts in a warming world, and methods for improved resilience.
 
Special Assistance - For those in need of special assistance (such as an interpreter for the hearing impaired) or inquiries regarding the accessible entrance, please notify museum staff at (202) 208-4743 in advance of the program. Special needs will be accommodated whenever possible.
 
Building Access - All adults must present a photo ID to enter the building. All visitors will be subject to security screenings, including bag and parcel checks.
 
LOCATION - The Rachel Carson Room is located next to the basement cafeteria of the Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC, 20240.
Contact
Diana Ziegler
Phone
202-208-4743

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