"The Impact of Climate Change on the Status of GroundwaterResources in the Western Lake Region and Strategies for ManagingWater Scarcity."

Abstract

This article aims to study the climatic elements of the Western Bahira as a
semi-arid area and to identify the characteristics of the changes occurring in
these elements to address the question of whether climate change is occurring
in this area. The findings, based on climatic series data from the Chemaia
Weather Station and climatic chronologies derived from local records,
demonstrate a correlation with the region's water deficit. This relationship
highlights how the accumulation of monthly water deficits contributes to an
annual imbalance, exacerbating the water budget deficit in this aquifer, which
has deteriorated significantly in recent years. We employed a descriptive-
analytical method, incorporating cartographic work, standard analytical
techniques, and data collection as geographical tools to achieve the study's
objectives. The study aims to assess the natural state of the Western Bahira
aquifer, underscore the manifestations of water scarcity, and propose

integrated strategies for managing water shortages, emphasizing a balance
between diversifying water supply and reducing water demand.
Keywords: Climate change - Bahira - Aquifer - Piezometric level - Water stress
- Management strategies - Adaptation