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Drought in Oregon

Type
Climate Education
Disaster Resources
Organization
Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
Description

Drought occurs when rain, snow and other precipitation are lower than average for an extended period of time. Oregonians are familiar with drought, but climate changes are likely to increase the duration and effects. The health impacts of drought are numerous and far reaching. Some drought-related health effects are experienced in the short-term and can be directly observed and measured. However, the slow rise or chronic nature of drought can result in longer term, indirect health risks that are not always easy to anticipate or monitor.

Geography
Contact Information
E-mail: Health.Security@dhsoha.state.or.us,
Phone: 971-673-1315,
FAX: 971-673-1309,
TTY: 711,
Address
Health Security, Preparedness and Response (HSPR)
800 NE Oregon Street, Suite 465-B
Portland, OR 97232