Abstract

Methodology Conclusions and Future work Results This study investigates the impacts of climate change and increasing water demand on water stress levels in the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) River Basin, a critical transboundary water system shared by Georgia, Alabama, and Florida. Recognized as a compound natural hazard, drought in this region is exacerbated by climatic shifts and human-driven policy changes. By analyzing compound drought indices such as SPI, MSSRI, and PDSI, the study explores the interplay between drought events and water management policies, highlighting the influence of state and federal decisions. Results emphasize the need for integrated policy frameworks to address compounded water deficits and mitigate transboundary conflicts.