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Super El Nino: Will It Crush India's 2026 Monsoon or Spare It Once Again?
An evolving El Nino frequently brings drier conditions and risks mild drought, whereas a decaying phase may deliver deficient rains
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A Third Of The World Could Face Far More Heatwaves And Droughts By 2100, Study Warns
A new study warns that nearly a third of the global population could face compound heatwave and drought events five times more frequently by the end of the century, with tropical and lower-income countries hardest hit.
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Hotter Than Spa Bath: Amazon Lake Hit 41 Degrees Celsius In 2023, Killing Several Dolphins
A brutal drought and extreme heat wave that began in September 2023 had transformed the lake into a steaming cauldron, its waters reaching 41 degrees Celsius -- hotter than most spa baths.
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Chile's Atacama Desert Flower Could Hold Key To Drought Tolerant Crops
In Chile's arid Atacama, the driest desert in the world, scientists are studying a small, resilient flower that could hold genetic clues to help crops withstand worsening drought conditions driven by climate change.
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Why Is UK Urging Citizens To Delete Emails, Photos? Surprising Drought Solution Revealed
The National Drought Group made the recommendations for the public, as "data centres require vast amounts of water to cool their systems".
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Delete Old Emails to Save Water? UK Govt's Unusual Plea Highlights Global Crisis
The UK government's Department of Environment is asking its citizens to delete their old emails and pictures to save water, as the country faces a drought. The UK says that this will minimise the usage of data centres, which require vast amounts of water to keep them cool. However, this is not a problem specific to the UK. As more people start to a...
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Assam On the Brink Of Drought-Like Situation Due To Rain Deficit
Twenty seven districts of Assam are facing severe drought like situation following continuous rainfall deficit days. The worst hit are Kamrup Mtero, Kamrup, Dhubri, Nalbari, Barpeta, Bongaigaon and Darrang.
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California's 'Ghost Lake' Returns After 130 Years, Submerging 94,000 Acres Of Farmland
Tulare Lake, once a vast freshwater body in California, has reappeared after 130 years due to heavy snowmelt, highlighting historical water management practices and impacting the San Joaquin Valley.
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Rising Droughts Threaten Agriculture, Energy, and Ecosystems Worldwide
Extreme droughts have become more frequent and severe in recent decades, severely impacting agriculture, energy production, and ecosystems worldwide. Prolonged dry spells have expanded by 50,000 square kilometres each year since 1979, as temperatures rise and precipitation patterns shift. This has led to significant economic losses, particularly in...
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Southern California's Drought Crisis Fuels Wildfire Threats and Water Shortages
Southern California is grappling with severe drought conditions that have left soil moisture levels at an all-time low. In January 2025, wildfires ravaged the Los Angeles region, fueled by strong winds and parched vegetation. While Northern California’s water levels remain stable, Southern California faces significant water shortages, exacerbated...
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Drought-Stressed Plants Emit Sounds That Guide Moth Egg-Laying Choices
A study published on November 14 via bioRxiv highlights that drought-stressed plants emit ultrasonic sounds influencing moth egg-laying decisions. Experiments showed Egyptian cotton leafworm moths avoided dehydrated plants and preferred healthier ones. Even laboratory-raised moths demonstrated this innate behaviour. The findings suggest potential f...
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New York's First Drought Warning In 22 Years As City Faces Water Crisis
New York City has declared its first drought warning in 22 years, responding to a severe lack of rainfall and a series of brush fires that plagued the Northeast this autumn.
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Global Freshwater Levels Decline Since 2014, NASA-German Satellites Reveal
Data from NASA and German satellites reveal Earth's freshwater levels declined significantly after May 2014, with storage remaining persistently low. Research attributes this to global warming, major droughts, and human activity such as irrigation. The trend raises concerns over water stress, food security, and long-term environmental stability.
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As Planet Warms, Droughts Likely Key Factor Driving People To Cities: Study
As the climate turns warmer and compels people to relocate, droughts could become the main driver of migration and cities are expected to become more populated, according to a study.
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Worst Drought On Record Lowers Amazon Rivers To All-Time Lows
The worst drought on record has lowered the water level of the rivers in the Amazon basin to historic lows, in some cases drying up riverbeds that were previously navigable waterways.
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Super El Nino: Will It Crush India's 2026 Monsoon or Spare It Once Again?
An evolving El Nino frequently brings drier conditions and risks mild drought, whereas a decaying phase may deliver deficient rains
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A Third Of The World Could Face Far More Heatwaves And Droughts By 2100, Study Warns
A new study warns that nearly a third of the global population could face compound heatwave and drought events five times more frequently by the end of the century, with tropical and lower-income countries hardest hit.
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Hotter Than Spa Bath: Amazon Lake Hit 41 Degrees Celsius In 2023, Killing Several Dolphins
A brutal drought and extreme heat wave that began in September 2023 had transformed the lake into a steaming cauldron, its waters reaching 41 degrees Celsius -- hotter than most spa baths.
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Chile's Atacama Desert Flower Could Hold Key To Drought Tolerant Crops
In Chile's arid Atacama, the driest desert in the world, scientists are studying a small, resilient flower that could hold genetic clues to help crops withstand worsening drought conditions driven by climate change.
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Why Is UK Urging Citizens To Delete Emails, Photos? Surprising Drought Solution Revealed
The National Drought Group made the recommendations for the public, as "data centres require vast amounts of water to cool their systems".
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Delete Old Emails to Save Water? UK Govt's Unusual Plea Highlights Global Crisis
The UK government's Department of Environment is asking its citizens to delete their old emails and pictures to save water, as the country faces a drought. The UK says that this will minimise the usage of data centres, which require vast amounts of water to keep them cool. However, this is not a problem specific to the UK. As more people start to a...
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Assam On the Brink Of Drought-Like Situation Due To Rain Deficit
Twenty seven districts of Assam are facing severe drought like situation following continuous rainfall deficit days. The worst hit are Kamrup Mtero, Kamrup, Dhubri, Nalbari, Barpeta, Bongaigaon and Darrang.
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California's 'Ghost Lake' Returns After 130 Years, Submerging 94,000 Acres Of Farmland
Tulare Lake, once a vast freshwater body in California, has reappeared after 130 years due to heavy snowmelt, highlighting historical water management practices and impacting the San Joaquin Valley.
-
Rising Droughts Threaten Agriculture, Energy, and Ecosystems Worldwide
Extreme droughts have become more frequent and severe in recent decades, severely impacting agriculture, energy production, and ecosystems worldwide. Prolonged dry spells have expanded by 50,000 square kilometres each year since 1979, as temperatures rise and precipitation patterns shift. This has led to significant economic losses, particularly in...
-
Southern California's Drought Crisis Fuels Wildfire Threats and Water Shortages
Southern California is grappling with severe drought conditions that have left soil moisture levels at an all-time low. In January 2025, wildfires ravaged the Los Angeles region, fueled by strong winds and parched vegetation. While Northern California’s water levels remain stable, Southern California faces significant water shortages, exacerbated...
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Drought-Stressed Plants Emit Sounds That Guide Moth Egg-Laying Choices
A study published on November 14 via bioRxiv highlights that drought-stressed plants emit ultrasonic sounds influencing moth egg-laying decisions. Experiments showed Egyptian cotton leafworm moths avoided dehydrated plants and preferred healthier ones. Even laboratory-raised moths demonstrated this innate behaviour. The findings suggest potential f...
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New York's First Drought Warning In 22 Years As City Faces Water Crisis
New York City has declared its first drought warning in 22 years, responding to a severe lack of rainfall and a series of brush fires that plagued the Northeast this autumn.
-
Global Freshwater Levels Decline Since 2014, NASA-German Satellites Reveal
Data from NASA and German satellites reveal Earth's freshwater levels declined significantly after May 2014, with storage remaining persistently low. Research attributes this to global warming, major droughts, and human activity such as irrigation. The trend raises concerns over water stress, food security, and long-term environmental stability.
-
As Planet Warms, Droughts Likely Key Factor Driving People To Cities: Study
As the climate turns warmer and compels people to relocate, droughts could become the main driver of migration and cities are expected to become more populated, according to a study.
-
Worst Drought On Record Lowers Amazon Rivers To All-Time Lows
The worst drought on record has lowered the water level of the rivers in the Amazon basin to historic lows, in some cases drying up riverbeds that were previously navigable waterways.
