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San Carlos Reservoir has dropped to less than 1 percent of capacity following an extreme lack of snow in the Gila River watershed. The low water levels triggered a massive fish kill and prompted an indefinite closure of the site on June 5, 2026.

18 maggio 2026 Riportato dall'IA

Colombia's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development announced a 146 billion peso package of measures to protect the agricultural sector ahead of a possible El Niño arrival.

Maasai elders and weather experts have predicted rain in parts of Kajiado County between March and April 2026. This announcement offers hope to residents in the drought-stricken area. A traditional ritual took place on Thursday, involving the examination of a goat's intestines to forecast the weather.

16 febbraio 2026 Riportato dall'IA

Mandera and Marsabit counties are severely hit by drought, endangering residents' lives and livestock due to water and pasture shortages. Mandera Commissioner James Chacha states the situation is worsening, with about 300,000 people affected. The county government is distributing water but demands exceed available resources.

Il manto nevoso della Sierra Nevada è sceso al 59% della media storica dopo settimane di tempo soleggiato in seguito alle tempeste natalizie. Gli esperti notano che i serbatoi pieni e i mesi invernali rimanenti attenuano le preoccupazioni. Le stazioni sciistiche continuano a operare senza intoppi con il supporto della neve artificiale.

23 gennaio 2026 Riportato dall'IA

The Mossel Bay Municipality in the Western Cape has assured residents of a full year's water supply, even as forecasts predict below-average rainfall this year. This comes amid ongoing drought conditions affecting the Garden Route and Little Karoo regions. The assurance is based on current average daily consumption levels.