COP16 Concludes in Riyadh with 39 Key Decisions and $12 Billion in Pledges
UNCCD’s COP16 concluded in Riyadh, adopting 39 decisions and securing over $12 billion to combat desertification, land degradation, and drought worldwide.
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Ecuador Declares 60-Day National Emergency as Wildfires and Drought Intensify
Ecuador declares a 60-day national emergency as raging forest fires, worsened by a severe drought, threaten the country.
Colombia’s Extreme Drought Devastates Indigenous Communities
Extreme drought in Colombia’s Amazon region is devastating Indigenous communities like the Cocama, threatening their livelihoods and way of life.
At Least Eight Dead as Heavy Rains Batter Brazil After Prolonged Drought
At least eight people have died as heavy rains and violent winds lashed Brazil after a prolonged drought, causing widespread damage and blackouts. Experts link the extreme weather to climate change.
Deadly Storms Hit Brazil After Historic Drought: 8 Dead
After a historic drought, Brazil faces deadly storms that have left at least eight people dead and caused widespread damage across the country.
Heavy Rains Hit Brazil After Drought, Leaving At Least 8 Dead
At least eight people have died as heavy rains hit Brazil following a severe drought. The storms brought strong winds and heavy rainfall, causing destruction across central and southeastern regions.
Half of Ecuador Faces Power Cuts Amid Historic Drought
Ecuador suspends electricity service for nine hours in half of its provinces due to a historic drought reducing hydroelectric water levels, with 19 areas on red alert.
Worst Drought on Record Lowers Amazon Rivers to All-Time Lows
The worst drought on record has lowered water levels in the Amazon basin to historic lows, drying up previously navigable waterways and impacting communities.
Sudan and Chad Face Severe Flooding; Lesotho Impacted by Drought
Sudan and Chad are experiencing severe flooding impacting hundreds of thousands, while Lesotho faces a drought, according to the UN. Urgent support is needed to aid affected communities.
Brazil’s Worst Drought in Seven Decades Lowers Amazon River to Record Lows
Brazil is experiencing its worst drought in over seven decades, causing the Amazon River to reach unprecedented low levels. Over half the country is under stress, highlighting a severe environmental crisis.
Greece Confronts Severe Water Crisis Due to Heat and Tourism
With receding water levels revealing the submerged village of Kallio, Greece confronts a severe water crisis fueled by heatwaves and increased tourism, raising concerns for the nation’s future water security.
Namibia Plans to Cull Over 700 Wild Animals Amid Severe Drought
Namibia announces plans to cull over 700 wild animals, including elephants and hippos, to combat severe drought-induced food shortages impacting nearly half of its population.
Zimbabwe Intensifies Food Aid Amid El Nino-Induced Drought
Zimbabwe is intensifying its food aid distribution to people affected by the El Nino-induced drought, as announced by a cabinet minister on Tuesday.
Massive Wildfires Ravage Western U.S. Amid Record Drought
Devastating wildfires continue to ravage the western United States, with California battling one of its largest fires in history and Colorado confronting rapidly growing blazes amid record drought conditions.
Severe Water Shortages Threaten Central and Southern Italy’s Agriculture
Central and southern Italy are facing a severe water shortage, with agricultural supplies projected to last only three more weeks. Regions like Abruzzo, Apulia, and Sicily are the most affected, threatening agriculture and tourism.
El Niño-Induced Drought Shrinks Botswana’s GDP by 38%
El Niño-induced drought has slashed Botswana’s GDP by 38%, with crop yields plummeting and cereal production meeting only 23% of national needs, according to a recent report by the Botswana Climate Change Network.
NASA Report Highlights Alarming Groundwater Loss in U.S. Southwest
NASA’s new study reveals ongoing groundwater decline in the U.S. Southwest, threatening both humans and wildlife as drought and rising water demands strain reserves.
Uniting for Land: World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought Highlights Asia’s Role
June 17 marks the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought. This year’s theme emphasizes the vital need for united efforts in land stewardship to ensure a prosperous future for all.
China Implements Measures Amid Severe Drought in Central and Northern Regions
China takes decisive action as severe drought and high temperatures hit central and northern regions, implementing measures to ensure water supply and protect agriculture.
Drought in Mexico Causes Thousands of Fish to Die as Bustillos Lagoon Dries Up
Thousands of fish have died as the Bustillos Lagoon in northern Mexico dries up amid a severe drought. The lagoon’s water levels have fallen below 50%, leading to higher pollutant concentrations hazardous to aquatic life.
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