In the face of long-term drought, Southwestern communities and economies are facing new and emerging challenges in ensuring adequate water supply to meet their needs.

This video, presented at the 2021 Southwest Drought Forum, includes interviews with people whose livelihoods are impacted by the drought.

Further, the video discusses how rising temperatures are bringing aridification and a “new normal” to the region. Credits: This video was produced by NOAA/NIDIS and S&D Marketing | Advertising (sd-advertising.com), with footage provided by Sonya Doctorian.