Drought

Drought

Clatsop County's Plan adequately describes the causes and characteristics of droughts, as well as the location and extent of a potential drought event. Clatsop County has no record of a severe drought affecting the County, and the same is true for Cannon Beach. Drought is averted as a result of the areas high rainfall, especially during winter months. Clatsop County estimates a 'low' probability that drought will occur, meaning no more than one incident is likely within a 75-100 year period. Likewise, the County estimates a 'low' vulnerability to drought hazards; meaning less than 1% of the population or regional assets would be affected by a drought. Both estimates are true for Cannon Beach as well. Potential drought-related community impacts are adequately described within Clatsop County's Drought Hazard Annex.