Table 3. Major drought protection measures. Issue         Action Management of water supply Increased water storage in surface reservoirs Increased water storage in groundwater reservoirs Conjunctive use of surface water and groundwater Water transfer from external sources (interbasin) Water reuse and water recycling Desalinization of sea water Management of water demand Improved efficiency in water use in different sectors, e.g., agriculture, domestic, industrial Improved land use in agriculture: crop substitution, modified vegetation cover to reduce evapotranspiration Improved industrial practices with water-saving schemes Development of water allocation strategies among competing demands, exchange of water rights Drought contingency planning: restrictions on water use, rationing schemes, special water tariffs, reduction in low-value uses, e.g., in agriculture System of water pricing and subsidies, legal measures Development of nonfarm livelihoods in drought-affected areas Awareness raising, information and education on proper use of scarce water resources Improved monitoring and forecasting, evaluation of water supply and water management using models