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An extreme weather event known as the ‘dzud’ has killed over 7.1 million livestock in Mongolia this year, threatening the livelihoods of nomadic herders and putting a centuries-old way of life at risk.
An extreme winter in Mongolia has led to the death of over two million livestock, devastating herding communities and highlighting the growing impact of climate change on the region.
Mongolia faces a severe crisis as over 1.5 million livestock have died due to harsh winter conditions known as ‘dzud.’ The disaster threatens herders’ livelihoods and poses significant economic challenges.
Mongolia faces increasing livestock deaths as harsh winter conditions known as ‘dzud’ worsen, with over 667,000 animals lost, impacting rural livelihoods and the nation’s economy.
Over 600,000 livestock animals have perished in Mongolia this winter due to the extreme cold known as ‘dzud,’ impacting herders and the nation’s economy.