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Drought shock: Farmers fight for water – red alert in the country!
Current reports on drought and water shortage in Stendal: causes, effects and necessary measures in climate change.
Drought shock: Farmers fight for water – red alert in the country!
The ongoing drought in Europe is causing serious challenges for farmers and winemakers, according to recent reports MDR describe. Those affected repeatedly report a serious lack of water, which not only affects the harvest, but also puts a strain on the entire economic growth. A year ago there was still understanding for the concerns of agriculture, especially in connection with the traffic light government's diesel subsidies.
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Drought consequences and forecasts
Drought is not just a local problem, but affects millions of people worldwide and has far-reaching consequences for agriculture, health and energy supplies. According to that Federal Environment Agency Drought is a complex phenomenon characterized by insufficient water availability over long periods of time. As global warming increases and rainfall patterns change, the risk of droughts will continue to increase in many regions.
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) defines drought as a significant lack of rainfall that leads to water problems for people, animals and plants. In Europe in particular, spring this year was characterized by extremely little precipitation. This has not only affected agriculture, but also the transport industry, as rivers such as the Rhine can only be used to a limited extent for shipping traffic, reported German wave.
Adaptation measures and outlook
The forecasts show that 2.3 billion people already live in regions with water stress. Climate change has dramatically worsened drought conditions in some areas of the world. Adaptation measures, such as effective drought management and soil moisture protection, are essential to meet the challenges. As we look into the future, it is becoming increasingly clear that we as a society need to rethink and use water more efficiently in order to mitigate the consequences of drought.
In summary, it can be said that climate change not only has abstract dimensions, but also influences the reality of life for many people and the health of our planet. The entire water balance is under scrutiny and it is up to us to learn the right lessons from it.