Missoula, MT – State officials said the plan was modernized over the last two years by the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation.
According to the statement, the plan is structured to address key aspects of drought preparedness, incorporating robust monitoring and assessment processes.
The plan also conducts a thorough vulnerability assessment across five primary water-use sectors, providing a spatial representation of the impact on social and ecological systems.
Last updated in 1995, the Montana Drought Management Plan details a comprehensive management framework to improve drought preparedness from prevention to recovery.
The plan also lays the groundwork for future improvements.
