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The system that moves water around the planet is increasingly ‘erratic and extreme,’ new report finds | News Channel 3-12
The World Meteorological Organization reports that 60% of global rivers had abnormal water levels in 2024, with glacier loss contributing to rising sea levels and flood risks.
- On Thursday, the World Meteorological Organization published its 2024 assessment of worldwide freshwater conditions, emphasizing a growing instability in the global water cycle.
- The report explained that climate change driven by fossil fuel emissions caused six consecutive years of imbalance in river basins, with two thirds facing too much or too little water.
- In 2024, glaciers continued to retreat for the third consecutive year, shedding a total of 450 gigatons of ice; meanwhile, the quality of water in crucial lakes deteriorated, and widespread flooding resulted in billions of dollars in damages around the world.
- WMO secretary-general Celeste Saulo emphasized that water is essential for maintaining communities, driving economic activity, and supporting natural environments, while lead author Stefan Uhlenbrook highlighted the importance of investing in monitoring systems as a crucial priority.
- The report warned that worsening water extremes threaten livelihoods and increase conflicts, urging governments to boost investment in water management to prepare for unpredictable cycles.
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More droughts and at the same time more floods: According to a UN report, the global water cycle is becoming increasingly unpredictable in the face of extreme fluctuations due to climate change. Experts warn of devastating consequences for millions of people.
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