A prolonged period of very low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water in the area the situation is known as _____ ?

Desertification

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Drought

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Apocalypse

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Forest fire

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Solution

The correct option is B Drought
A drought is an event of prolonged shortages in the water supply, whether atmospheric, surface water or ground water. A drought can last for months or years, or may be declared after as few as 15 days.

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