The Latest Breaking News from Drought

The intergenerational report says climate is a ‘profound’ risk to Australia. But the full picture may be even worse

The IGR released by treasurer Jim Chalmers excludes drought, heatwaves and the Great Barrier Reef

The Guardian - AU · Aug 24, 2023

Greenhouse gases are changing air flow over the Pacific Ocean – raising Australia's risks of extreme weather

After a rare three-year La Niña event brought heavy rain and flooding to eastern Australia in 2020-22, we’re now bracing for the heat and drought of El Niño at the opposite end of the spectrum.

The Conversation · Aug 23, 2023

Amazon’s emissions ‘doubled’ under first half of Bolsonaro presidency

New study published in Nature says period was as destructive as record 2016 El Niño drought and heatwave

The Guardian - UK · Aug 23, 2023

Mapped: The wildfires devastating British Columbia in Canada

Northwest Territories also hit by latest outbreak of drought-inspired summer blazes

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2023

Thrissur district gears up to face challenges of possible drought

District facing drought due to 49% decline in rainfall. Water level in dams & rivers low; Peechi 23%, Chimminy 30.7%, Vazhani 34%. Agriculture officials asked to create awareness & prepare farming pattern with drought-resistant seeds & shorter growth period. Encourage farmers to insure crop & release more water for drinking…

The Hindu · Aug 20, 2023

10 to 15 leaders from JD(S) and BJP to join Congress, claims Cheluvarayaswamy

Congress likely to gain 10-15 leaders from JD(S) and BJP in coming days; Cabinet Sub-Committee to meet to decide on drought declaration; Centre and State to contribute to compensation for drought. #Congress #JD(S) #BJP #drought #compensation

The Hindu · Aug 18, 2023

Trouble in paradise? AP data analysis shows fires, other disasters are increasing in Hawaii

Hurricane-fueled flash floods and mudslides

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023

Hawaii's climate future: Dry regions get drier with global warming, increasing fire risk − while wet areas get wetter

The islands of Hawaii are world renowned for their generally pleasant and tranquil weather. However, the Aug. 8, 2023, wildfire tragedy on Maui was a stark reminder that Hawaii also can experience drought and hot, dry, windy weather, providing the conditions for destructive fires.

The Conversation · Aug 16, 2023

Study: Bacteria Can Help Trees Survive Drought

Researchers find that bacteria help trees cope with water shortages and in return, benefit from tree root secretions.

Zenger · Aug 15, 2023

Threat of drought looms large as monsoon plays truant in Kerala

Kerala facing drought-like conditions due to 44% deficient monsoon, 90% shortfall in August. Water levels in reservoirs at 37% of total storage capacity. IMD forecasts below-normal rainfall till Aug 25. El Niño and neutral IOD likely to continue, indicating 'dry run' of monsoon in Kerala. 14 deficient monsoons since 1901,…

The Hindu · Aug 15, 2023