Tag: drought
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California Becomes Drought-Free for the First Time in 25 Years
California Reaches a Milestone: Drought-Free for the First Time in 25 Years In a development that could redefine California’s environmental and economic outlook, state officials announced that California is officially drought-free for the first time in a quarter-century. The milestone arrives after years of severe drought, rolling back mandatory water restrictions and easing stress on…
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California Drought-Free: A Quarter-Century Milestone
California is drought-free for the first time in 25 years For the first time in a quarter of a century, California is reporting drought-free conditions, a landmark shift that ends a long era of water scarcity, stringent conservation measures, and heightened sensitivity to rainfall patterns. The milestone, described by state water officials as a culmination…
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California drought-free: A milestone after 25 years
California reaches a drought-free milestone after 25 years For the first time in a quarter of a century, California is reported to be drought-free. This milestone comes after decades of water shortages, heightened by shifting climate patterns and evolving land and water management policies. While the news offers a moment of relief, scientists and policymakers…
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Drought Pushes Cabbage Prices Toward Meat Territory in Kenya
January Prices Rise as Drought Tightens the Cabbage Market For many Kenyan households, January is a pivotal month for stocking up on vegetables like cabbage and sukuma wiki. The tradition is to balance the meat-heavy meals of December with affordable greens that stretch meals and savings. This year, a severe drought across several counties has…
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Queensland’s Surreal Drought: Tens of Thousands of Cattle Starve and Suffer Amid Fresh Waters and Grass
Unprecedented Stranding in the Outback Amid vast, sodden plains of north-west Queensland, tens of thousands of cattle find themselves stranded on isolated pockets of dry ground while fresh water and lush grass lie just beyond reach. The scene, reported by farmers and observers, reads like a paradox: animals surrounded by water and pasture, yet dying…
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December Downpours Boost California Snowpack, Offering Hope for Water Resources
California’s Snowpack Receives a December Lift A series of December storms delivered a welcome boost to California’s snowpack, scientists said in a closely watched assessment of the state’s water resources for the year ahead. The latest snow survey, conducted by state agencies and researchers, recorded a snow depth reaching 24 inches (61 cm) in key…
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California Snowpack Deepened by December Downpours, Elevating Water Outlook
December Storms Give California Snowpack a Notable Boost A string of December storms delivered a much-needed boost to California’s snowpack, according to the latest assessment from scientists tracking the state’s water resources. The survey, watched closely by policymakers and water managers, indicates healthier snow reserves that could influence reservoir levels, hydroelectric output, and public water…
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Heat, drought and fire: how extreme weather pushed nature to its limits in 2025
Overview: a year of extremes for the natural world 2025 delivered a stark reminder that climate extremes can push ecosystems to the brink. An annual audit of flora and fauna has concluded that heat, drought, and fire cycles dominated landscapes from forest to coastal regions, stressing wildlife, plants, and habitats in ways not seen for…
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Heat, drought and fire: How extreme weather pushed nature to its limits in 2025
Introduction: a year of climate extremes challenging nature In 2025, heatwaves, prolonged droughts, and devastating fires formed a brutal trio that strained ecosystems around the globe. An annual audit of flora and fauna shows that wildlife, plants, and landscapes faced unprecedented pressures as temperatures climbed and water sources dwindled. The report, which tracks biodiversity and…
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Victoria Faces Urban Water Restrictions as Drought Tightens Its Grip
Growing Pressure on Victoria’s Water Supply Across Victoria, urban water managers are preparing for a possible shift to water restrictions as dam levels continue to decline amid a dry spell projected for the summer. With rainfall below average in 2025 and hot, dry conditions forecast, Melbourne and many regional centers could soon move from casual…