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Scotland drought alert as more areas hit 'highest possible' scarcity levels

Recent downpours have not been sufficient to turn around the scourge of water scarcity in Scotland.

Daily Record

Karnataka govt. to take decision on declaring drought after July 10

The State government will take a decision on declaring drought in Karnataka after July 10, Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda said in Belagavi on Friday.

The Hindu

Several Missouri cities have cancelled fireworks celebration due to drought and heat.

Drought, intense heat put July 4 celebrations on hold.

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Central US is now getting worst of the drought. Corn crops are stressed, rivers are running low

The middle of the country is extraordinarily dry

The Independent UK

Drought likely in Cumbria and Lake District, government committee told

Exclusive: Other summer hotspots such as Devon and Cornwall also likely to face problems, leaked minutes show

The Guardian - UK

Are hydrangeas drought tolerant? Expert advice on whether they can thrive in dry conditions

Hydrangeas are plants that like moisture, though some varieties are more resilient to dry conditions than others

Homes & Gardens

How to design a drought-tolerant yard – a 5-step plan for a space that will thrive with limited water

Plan a drought-tolerant yard that's sustainable, looks beautiful, and also reduces your water usage

Homes & Gardens

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'El Nino' set to weaken rainy season

Thailand's weather is already being influenced by a "mild" El Nino phenomenon, according to the Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR), which also called on all related agencies to help gear up in case the country suffers a drought.

Bangkok Post

Editorial: Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall bemoans ‘climate demagogues’ but seeks farm aid in ‘historic drought’

On Wednesday, Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall called those who want to mitigate the already catastrophic effects of our global environmental crisis ‘climate demagogues.’

Tribune News Service

Northeast At Risk For Severe Weather For Multiple Days

After the severe weather exits, more wet weather could impact the drought-stricken region.

Zenger

Spain travel warning as popular tourist area braced for catastrophic wildfires

Large parts of the country are suffering severe drought as well as extreme temperatures, leading to dehydrated land and a risk of massive wildfires.

Daily Record

Soil erosion is filling vital inland river waterholes, putting the squeeze on fish, turtles and crayfish

During droughts, Australia’s inland rivers dry up, leaving waterholes as the only wet places in a parched landscape. Fish, turtles, crayfish and other aquatic animals retreat to these vital refuges.

The Conversation

Cassava exports set to decline this year

Thailand's exports of cassava and cassava products are estimated at 9 million tonnes this year, down from 11 million tonnes last year, because of reduced output related to drought.

Bangkok Post

Five questions for African countries that want to build climate-resilient health systems

Every day seems to bring a new headline about a devastating climate event. African countries aren’t spared. A “rain bomb” in South Africa. Flooding in Nigeria. Cyclones battering Mozambique, Malawi, Zimbabwe and Madagascar. Drought in Kenya.

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Drought-tolerant trees – 10 resilient choices for low-maintenance yards

These reliable and robust options are ideal for warmer climes with less rainfall

The Independent UK

With record heat and drought-stricken woods, Spain’s Catalonia faces perfect wildfire conditions

Take a prolonged drought amid record-high temperatures for Spain, toss in an increasingly dense forest unable to adapt to a fast-changing climate, and Asier Larrañaga has reason to be on guard

Zenger

Clash Of Air Masses To Bring Severe Thunderstorms To Plains And Midwest

Gusty winds, hail, and flooding downpours expected; drought-stricken areas may receive temporary relief.

Homes & Gardens

No-grass front yard ideas – 10 ways to say goodbye to that dry patch of lawn

Getting rid of turf in your front yard can open up a world of interesting design and planting possibilities

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Supreme Court rules the US is not required to ensure access to water for the Navajo Nation

The Navajo Nation, the largest Native American reservation in the U.S., covers 27,000 square miles (70,000 square kilometers) in the Southwest – an area larger than 10 states. Today it is home to more than 250,000 people – roughly comparable to the population of St. Petersburg, Florida, or Winston-Salem, North…

Zenger

Northeast To Face Active Weather Pattern, Relief For Drought Expected

Tropical moisture to bring rain to parched areas, but may impact outdoor plans and travel

Al Jazeera

US Supreme Court rules against Navajo Nation in water rights case

Indigenous community had sought to assess water needs amid historic drought in the Colorado River Basin.

The New Daily

NSW floats new water-saving measures after dam scrapped

The NSW government has floated a raft of new drought-busting measures for the regional city of Tamworth after scrapping the proposed Dungowan Dam and pipeline.

The Guardian - UK

Time to turn the tide on water mismanagement

Letters: Readers respond to a long read on how drought could end up being the next pandemic

Homes & Gardens

How to keep soil moist in summer – expert tips to keep water locked in the ground

Discover some tried-and-tested expert methods to maximize the water you put in the ground during hot weather and keep it available to plants

Zenger

Drought In Mexico Reveals Abandoned 16th Century Church

The Temple of Quechula, submerged in a reservoir, is now visible for tourists but threatens local fishermen's livelihoods.

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