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America/Chicago |
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UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-5 |
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Africa/Ndjamena |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Apache is a small town located in Caddo County, Oklahoma, situated in the southwestern part of the state. With a population of around 1,200 residents, it embodies the close-knit community spirit typical of rural America. With a population of around 1,200 residents, it embodies the close-knit community spirit typical of rural America. Founded in the late 19th century, the town's name reflects its connection to the Apache people, who have been a part of the community since the early 19th century. Founded in the late 19th century, the town's name reflects its connection to the Apache people, who historically inhabited the region. Agriculture plays a central role in the local economy, with wheat, cotton, and cattle ranching being prominent. Known for its friendly atmosphere and annual events like the Apache Rodeo, the town offers a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by the scenic plains. surrounded by the scenic plains of Oklahoma. Its proximity to the Wichita Mountains and Red River also makes it a gateway for outdoor enthusiasts exploring the area's natural beauty. Its proximity to the Wichita Mountains and Red River also makes it a gateway for outdoor enthusiasts exploring the area's natural beauty.
Fada is the capital of the Ennedi region in the eastern part of the African country of Chad, located on the Ennedi Plateau on the southeastern edge of the Sahara Desert. The city is remote, about 800 kilometers from the capital N'Djamena, and is an important regional administrative and commercial center in eastern Chad.
Fada is situated in the arid Sahel region, surrounded by desert and semi-desert landscapes, with unique sandstone landscapes and oasis landscapes. It has a tropical desert climate, with an average annual temperature of about 28°C. Annual precipitation is very low, and the population is dependent on limited groundwater resources.
Fada is a traditional settlement of nomadic pastoralists such as the Toubou, preserving ancient desert cultural traditions. The economy is based on animal husbandry (camels, goats) and date palm cultivation, with ecotourism developing in recent years as a result of the Ennedi Plateau being listed as a World Natural Heritage Site. The city's infrastructure is relatively basic, with traditional marketplaces and simple roads.
As the central hub of the Ennedi region, Fada is connected to the towns of eastern Chad by desert highways and has a small airport. Its strategic location near Chad's borders with Sudan and Libya is important for regional security and cross-border trade.