WMO warns of growing water crises amid record heat
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The UN's World Meteorological Organnization says urgent investment in monitoring, data sharing, and early-warning systems is vital — because what happens to the water cycle in one region increasingly affects communities worldwide.
Breakdown
- The WMO reports growing strain on global water resources due to climate change.
- Water-related disasters are becoming more frequent and severe, with recent examples in Pakistan, South Sudan, and Bali. 10s
- Last year was the hottest in 175 years, with global temperatures averaging 1.55°C. 43s
- The report highlights accelerating glacial melt, severe droughts, and lack of global water data. 56s
- The WMO urges urgent investment in water monitoring and early warning systems. 1m 20s