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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

Evening Standard

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.

Radio France Internationale

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

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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

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

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.

France 24

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.

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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…

The Hindu

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.

Radio France Internationale

Mapped: The wildfires devastating British Columbia in Canada

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

The Independent UK

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

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

'Hell of a lot of pain': Farmers prepare for dry days as drought declared

The Hunter has experienced one of the driest winters on record.

Newcastle Herald

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

Hurricane-fueled flash floods and mudslides

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The Conversation

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.

Zenger

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.

The Hindu

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,…

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Long delays at Panama Canal after drought hits global shipping route

Number of vessels able to pass through each day limited because lower availability of water

The Hindu

Siddaramaiah writes to Centre seeking amendments to Drought Manual so that Karnataka can declare drought now

Urging the Union government to bring changes to the Manual for Drought Management 2016 (updated in 2020) for the declaration of drought by States, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has said it is necessary to have different parameters to declare drought in 14 agro-climatic zones in Karnataka in the light of dire…

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Chief Minister inaugurates new building for Bhavurao Deshpande Veterinary College

Belagavi CM inaugurated new building for Bhavurao Deshpande Veterinary College in Kokatnur. Affiliated to Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University, Bidar, it is the second farm sciences institution in Belagavi. MLA Savadi said it will create academic atmosphere, help youth get quality education and jobs. He demanded sanction of…

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If in drought: 10 tough Mediterranean plants (other than lavender) to heat-proof your garden

As the climate emergency makes rain more unpredictable, here are some great choices for dry, sunny gardens

The Guardian - UK

Return of El Niño raises risk of hunger, drought and malaria, scientists warn

Hot natural weather pattern will exacerbate heat-related dangers brought about by climate crisis

The Hindu

T.N. announces ₹181 crore relief package for six drought-hit districts to benefit 1.87 lakh farmers

TN govt sanctions ₹181 cr to provide input subsidy relief to 1.87 lakh farmers in 6 southern districts affected by moderate agricultural drought. 98,354 hectare & 1.34 lakh farmers in Ramanathapuram, 19,082 in Sivaganga, 18,677 in Tenkasi, 4,908 in Pudukkottai, 1,776 in Virudhunagar & 32 in Thoothukudi affected. Govt notified…

The Hindu

Declining water level in Idukki reservoir to hit power generation

Idukki district is facing a 58% shortfall in monsoon rains, leading to a crisis in hydel power generation. The water level in Idukki reservoir is 32.28% of total capacity, 54.46 ft lower than last year. Power generation at Moolamattom power plant is 6.129 million units. Shutters of Cheruthoni dam were…

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