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Karnataka likely to declare extent of drought on September 4

Data provided by the government shows that as against the normal 660 mm rainfall expected between June 1 and August 30, Karnataka received 446 mm rainfall, which translates to a 26% deficit. In 29 districts, 70% deficit rainfall has been recorded in August, and rainfall has not been recorded for…

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Crippling drought forces drastic water cuts in French territory Mayotte

Months into a severe drought, authorities in the French overseas department of Mayotte have ordered taps shut off two days out of three. The island archipelago in the Indian Ocean is experiencing its worst dry spell in nearly 30 years.

Radio France Internationale

UK must label showers and toilets to cut water usage, experts say

Britons consume among the most water in Europe and drought planners want efficiency data on show

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Louisiana plagued by unprecedented wildfires, as largest active blaze grows

One of the largest wildfires in Louisiana history continues to burn through land and threaten rural communities, which are used to flooding and hurricanes this time of year rather than drought and blazes

The Independent UK

Is a global food crisis the new normal?

From Indian rice to Australian wheat, climate change is worsening a food crunch and price spikes due to war in Ukraine.

Al Jazeera

As Springs Dry Up, a Warning of Future Water Shortages

Heat, drought and booming population growth have stressed the aquifers that supply millions of people with drinking water.

Texas Observer

How drought in Central America is pushing up the cost of living in Australia

What does a drought in Central America have to do with Australia’s cost of living? Quite a lot, if the drought affects the Panama Canal.

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JD(S) stages protest against Congress govt. in Hassan

JDS protests in Hassan against release of Cauvery water to TN. Led by Prajwal Revanna, party workers marched to DC office. Revanna accused govt. of failing to respond to farmers' woes. Lingesh said Cong. made false promises. Swaroop said rural people not getting power supply. Kumaraswamy criticized govt. for arresting…

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KRRS urges Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to declare drought in Karnataka for 2023-24

Delegation of KRRS farmers urged CM Siddaramaiah to declare drought in Karnataka due to poor monsoon rains. They asked Centre to abide by State's decision and release funds. Last 19 yrs, State faced 11 droughts & 4 floods, causing difficulties to farmers. KRRS also sought amendments to Sugar (Control) Order…

The Hindu

Karnataka will seek Central aid after declaring drought: CM

The Cabinet sub-committee had met once and discussed the situation in Karnataka following rain deficiency. Based on its report, the Cabinet will take a call on declaring drought in places where rainfall was deficient. The State will seek relief from the Centre as per the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF)…

The Hindu

Environmental crisis looms as Murray cod virtually disappear from NSW Lower Darling

NSW Fisheries survey from May reveals attempts at repopulating river after 2018-19 drought appear to have failed

The Guardian - AU

Govt. should not wait for changing drought manual norms: HDK

Janata Dal (Secular) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy has urged the State government to take measures to mitigate the impact of drought immediately

The Hindu

‘We’ll go to the promised land’: how Patty Mills inspired Boomers bronze age

A moving new documentary tells how inspired leadership and vibrant team culture helped end the Australian men’s basketball team’s 65-year medal drought

The Guardian - AU

Maui County sues Hawaii power company for negligence leading to fires

The Hawaiian Electric company is said to have failed to shut off power despite a recent drought and high winds.

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Firefighters resort to using sewage water after droughts

The Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service are testing the use of sewage water after struggling with low water supplies

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France to roll out plan to recover wastewater amid crippling drought

The French government is to announce measures this week outlining the future of water recycling. It hopes the plan will resolve recurring water shortages and drought across a country that has been particularly affected by global warming.

The Guardian - AU

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 Conversation

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.

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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

France 24

No respite for fragile ecosystems as late-summer heatwave pummels France

A protracted heatwave crawling across much of Europe has brought scorching temperatures to France this week, dealing a further blow to ecosystems already weakened by drought – while also putting human health at risk.

The Hindu

Karnataka begins ground-truthing exercise in about 120 taluks to know if drought can be declared

The Karnataka government has taken up ground-truthing exercise to know if the situation provides for declaration of drought in about 120 taluks that are facing shortage of rainfall.

The Hindu

PGTI Chief Executive Mundy confident of Indian golfers ending medal drought in Hangzhou Asian Games

India has strong chance of ending medal drought in golf at upcoming Asiad: Mundy. With a strong team of seven pros, PGTI Chief Executive Uttam Singh Mundy is confident India will win a medal at the Hangzhou Games in China. Golf has seen rapid changes in recent years, with more…

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Europe shows signs of easing drought, but water tables still sapped

Drought conditions in Europe eased to their lowest level in early August, but ongoing record temperatures and depleted groundwater resources have left parts of the continent in crisis.

The Independent UK

Mapped: The wildfires devastating British Columbia in Canada

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

The Hindu

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…

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