Understanding Coupling in Earth Systems: A Closer Look at Soil Moisture-Temperature (SM-T) Interactions

 When we talk about “coupling” in the context of Earth systems, we’re referring to the way…

Evaluating Drought Characteristics Using MATLAB

Droughts are among the most impactful natural disasters, affecting vast areas and populations. Understanding the characteristics…

Introduction to the Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI)

The SPI, first developed by Mckee et al. (1993), is a tool that was developed primarily…

The Hidden Victims of Drought: Wildlife and Ecosystems

 When we think of drought, images of dry lakes and parched earth often come to mind.…

The story of the Indian Ocean Dipole

the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) has emerged as a significant player in influencing climate variations across…

Drought Resilience: Techniques Farmers Use to Cope with Low Water Availability

 Droughts pose a severe risk to agriculture, threatening food security and farmers’ livelihoods. As climate patterns…

Estimating Potential Evapotranspiration using Thornthwaite and Hargrieve’s Method

Evapotranspiration (ET) is a crucial process in the hydrological cycle, representing the sum of evaporation and…

Fundamentals about the Drought Indices

 Droughts are among the most devastating natural disasters, affecting more people globally than any other form…

Climate Change and Droughts: Understanding the Connection

 Droughts are complex natural phenomena that can devastate crops, disrupt ecosystems, and strain water supplies. While…

Evaluating Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) using MATLAB

The Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) is a tool used to quantify precipitation deficits for different time…