TABLE 7.

Environmental Indicators.

Signs observed to predict hazard	Hazard predicted	Explanation of the sign
Extreme dryness of the soil	Drought	Participants can predict the upcoming dry season by observing the soil’s condition. For these communities, extreme dryness and cracked ground are key signs of the approaching dry period. If this dryness continues, it often leads to a drought.
Boreholes	Drought	Villages rely on borehole water for both livestock and human consumption. When these boreholes dry up and no water flows, it signals the depletion of underground water, serving as a clear indicator of an impending drought.