News & Insights Across Asia
Thousands in western North Carolina remain without water a week after Hurricane Helene devastated the region. Communities rally to provide essential resources amid ongoing recovery efforts.
Nearly a week after Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, thousands remain without access to clean water, prompting residents to line up for emergency supplies in downtown Asheville.
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.
Continuous heat waves across southern and eastern Europe have led to surging electricity demand, causing power outages and water shortages as infrastructure struggles under unprecedented pressure.
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.
Brazil faces severe drought affecting over 1,000 cities, leading to widespread fires and disruptions, especially in the Amazon region, as reported by government departments on July 24.
Pakistan is facing a 30% water shortage at the start of its sowing season, threatening key cash crops such as rice and cotton, as lower-than-normal snowfall impacts vital irrigation resources.
Residents of Bengaluru face a severe water shortage months before peak summer. Weak monsoon rains have depleted groundwater and river reservoirs, causing higher water prices and rationing.
The UN warns of devastating humanitarian consequences as Gaza faces a severe water shortage amid Israeli call for mass relocation.
Slovakia may lose half its freshwater resources due to climate change, highlighting global environmental concerns.