Analysis of trends, recurrences, severity and frequency of droughts using standardised precipitation index: Case of OR Tambo District Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Analysis of trends, recurrences, severity and frequency of droughts using standardised precipitation index: Case of OR Tambo District Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa

South Africa is susceptible to droughts. However, little documentation exists on drought occurrence in South Africa at national, provincial and municipal administrative boundaries. This study profiles hydrological drought in OR Tambo District Municipality from 1998 to 2018, computing frequency, seve...

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Main Authors: Melezwa Khamisa, Simbarashe Ndhleve, Motebang D.V. Nakin, Asabonga Mngeni, Hlekani M. Kabiti
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 2022-02-01
Series:Jàmbá
Subjects:
agricultural drought
climate change
hydrological drought
meteorological drought monitor
standardised precipitation index
Online Access:https://jamba.org.za/index.php/jamba/article/view/1147

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