Published Oct 25, 2024 at 10:04 AM IST
Amazon Drought Crisis: Brazil's Fishermen, Local Communities Bear The Brunt
The Amazon River, a lifeline for millions across South America, is facing an unprecedented crisis. Severe droughts, which have worsened over the last year, are drying up vast stretches of the river, threatening the livelihoods of Indigenous communities, fishermen, and economies dependent on its water. This phenomenon, most critical in Brazil, is now spreading into neighbouring countries like Colombia, causing widespread havoc.