Amazon River reduced as much as 90% due to drought

How the climate crisis is wreaking havoc on our planet

Stars Insider

09/10/24 | StarsInsider

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The unprecedented frequency and intensity of extreme weather events worldwide in 2024 have prompted scientists to declare a "climate crisis." Hurricanes, droughts, wildfires, and floods are occurring with alarming regularity, leaving devastating consequences for both urban areas and the life-sustaining ecosystems that support human existence.

The Amazon River, the world's largest by volume, is facing a severe drought that has reduced water levels by up to 90% in Colombia. This crisis, fueled by climate change, is having devastating consequences for the region's ecosystems, communities, and economies.

Wildfires raging across South America have further exacerbated the drought, contributing to air pollution and worsening the water shortage. Countries like Ecuador, heavily reliant on hydroelectric power, are facing severe energy shortages due to the lack of water. Indigenous communities along the Amazon, who depend on the river for their livelihoods and way of life, are also gravely impacted. As water levels recede, access to food, transportation, and essential resources becomes increasingly challenging.

Unfortunately, the climate crisis shows no signs of abating. Click through this gallery and discover the places impacted the most.

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