The Latest Breaking News from Drought

Panama Canal to reduce shipping as El Niño fuels drought in lakes that feed waterway

The operator said it does not rule out further restrictions on shipping depending on how much it rains in the coming weeks.

Euronews · Aug 21

Millions in France report eco-anxiety after summer of heatwaves and wildfires

Record-breaking heatwaves, drought and wildfires are driving a surge in eco-anxiety across France, with some sufferers "paralysed" by panic attacks, unable to work and, in the most severe cases, experiencing suicidal thoughts.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 21

Hungary spent years draining its waters. Drought is exposing the cost

The shrinking of Lake Velence reflects a wider water emergency facing Hungary

The Independent UK · Aug 21

Panama Canal to reduce shipping over El Nino-fueled drought

PANAMA CITY - The Panama Canal will reduce shipping volumes from next month because of a drought fueled by the El Nino phenomenon, the operator of the strategic waterway linking the Atlantic and Pacific oceans said Thursday.

Bangkok Post · Aug 20

‘Sava’s Titanic,’ the century-old sunken shipwreck emerges as Europe’s rivers fall to record lows

A shipwreck from a century ago has resurfaced in the Sava River, unveiled by the extreme drought gripping Europe. Known as 'Sava's Titanic', this remarkable find provides a fascinating link to historical maritime stories. The receding waters have also uncovered various artifacts and ancient structures, reminding us of the catastrophic…

The Times of India · Aug 20

Ministers are in denial about the scale of the crises we face

Letter: Having just 20 Defra staff working on climate adaptations show the government is not taking the challenges of heatwaves, wildfires and droughts seriously, writes Dr Amy McDonnell

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20

Germany reports record 14,000 heat-related deaths this year, official data shows

The heatwaves and drought have fuelled a historically hot summer in Europe, contributing to a spike in heat-related mortality in the worst-hit countries.

Euronews · Aug 20

Puerto Rico is rationing water, but many residents stopped trusting the tap long before the drought

Imagine turning on your kitchen faucet and nothing comes out. Not for an hour, but for two full days. Then the water returns, only to stop again two days later.

The Conversation · Aug 20

Built in 1913, this 177-foot steam tug survived two world wars but sank after hitting a German mine in 1945; drought has now exposed its wreck in Serbia

Amidst severe drought, a historic steam tug once lost beneath the Sava River has resurfaced, delighting locals who flock to witness 'Sava's Titanic'. This vessel, which sank in 1945 after a tragic encounter with a mine, revitalizes memories of the Balkans' complex history. Its emergence underscores the grim water shortages…

The Times of India · Aug 20

America’s favourite vegetable could be hit by California drought: over 90% of fresh broccoli comes from the state, while severe drought may cut shipments sharply

The ongoing drought in California threatens the broccoli supply of the entire nation. Estimates indicate that shipment reductions could exceed twenty percent if conditions worsen. Experts propose that by growing more broccoli on the East Coast, costs related to supply chains could decrease and food miles reduced, leading to a…

The Times of India · Aug 20