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February 9, 2016
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A presentation given by Dave Baker, Principal Consultant, University of Missouri Extension, at the Midwest Climate Outlook and Drought Early Warning System Kickoff Meeting that took place February 9-11, 2016 in St. Louis, Missouri. Describes the process of identifying a local threat that then results in research being performed, leading to the development of drought mitigation strategies.

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February 9, 2016
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How the Kentucky drought plan came about and essential components.

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February 9, 2016
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A presentation given by Mike Wilson, National Leader for Climate Change, Natural Resources Conservation Service, at the Midwest Climate Outlook and Drought Early Warning System Kickoff Meeting that took place February 9-11, 2016 in St. Louis, Missouri. One slide discussing some of the programs being carried out by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Includes a number of programs aimed at providing funding for conversation-oriented activities.

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February 9, 2016
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A presentation given by Chip Zimmer, Environmental Scientist and Bill Caldwell, Drought Coordinator, Kentucky Division of Water, at the Midwest Climate Outlook and Drought Early Warning System Kickoff Meeting that took place February 9-11, 2016 in St. Louis, Missouri. Provides a brief overview of Kentucky’s drought mitigation plan, including a timeline of its development process.

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February 9, 2016
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Overview includes National vs. International Views on Drought and Health, Problems with Determining Drought Impacts on Health; Drought Impacts on Health; Communication; Future Needs.

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February 9, 2016
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A presentation given by Tim Hall, Chief of the Geological & Water Survey Bureau / Hydrology Coordinator, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, at the Midwest Climate Outlook and Drought Early Warning System Kickoff Meeting that took place February 9-11, 2016 in St. Louis, Missouri. Focuses on drought planning in the state of Iowa.

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February 9, 2016
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A presentation given by Colleen Callahan, USDA Rural Development Illinois Director, at the Midwest Climate Outlook and Drought Early Warning System Kickoff Meeting that took place February 9-11, 2016 in St. Louis, Missouri. Discusses the collaboration between federal entities in dealing with drought.

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February 9, 2016
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Overview of NIDIS as of February 2016 from Director Roger Pulwarty.

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February 9, 2016
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Definition of drought, U.S. Drought Monitor process, drought triggers, components of a Drought Early Warning System. 

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February 9, 2016
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Overview of US Drought Monitor, Drought Risk Atlas, Drought Impact Reporter, Vegetation Drought Response Index.