Spain 04/09/2017 The devastating and surprising effects of Spain’s drought Spain is suffering its worst drought in decades, with reservoirs at 43 percent capacity.
Italy 29/08/2017 Rome to reduce water pressure as drought bites One of Italy’s water distribution companies Acea has announced there will be a reduction in Rome’s water pressure in September. Pressure will be
Somalia 27/08/2017 One of the 'worst droughts in living memory' - two years without rain in Baidoa, Somalia is affecting millions Baidoa in Somalia has seen no rain in two years. Cattle are dead, wells are dry and fields are empty – certain diseases such as cholera have become
Spain 15/08/2017 Spain's longest river at risk of drying up The longest river in the Iberian peninsula is on the verge of drying up completely thanks to a combination of Spain’s current drought and inadequate water transfer planning
Italy 29/07/2017 Extreme weather hits Europe - scientists blame climate change From intense heat waves to severe flooding, Europe is a continent of extremes at the moment. Severe weather conditions have caused mayhem and destruction in many countries.
Italy 25/07/2017 Vatican switches off fountains and prays for rain in drought-hit Italy Water reserves in Rome are so low that local authorities said they may be forced to introduce water rationing, by closing household taps for as long as eight hours a day.
Italy 25/07/2017 Vatican turns off fountains amid Italy drought Pope Francis is showing solidarity as Rome faces the prospect of water rationing
Africanews 17/03/2017 Reality of the worst drought since 1945 peaking in parts of Africa The Horn of Africa is facing its third consecutive year of drought causing thirst and hunger, decimating livestock, destroying livelihoods, spreading disease and triggering large scale population move
Bolivia 05/12/2016 Bolivia's once second largest lake completely dry Bolivia’s once second largest lake is now completely dry after the worst drought in a quarter of a century.
Bolivia 23/11/2016 Bolivia's severe water shortage triggers national emergency Bolivia’s government has declared a national emergency because of a water shortage as it suffers the worst drought in 25 years.
Bolivia 22/11/2016 Bolivia declares national emergency amid worst drought in 25 years Bolivia’s government has declared a national emergency due to a lack of water as it suffers the worst drought in 25 years.
Croatia 22/08/2016 Drought threatens Croatia olive harvest A prolonged drought in Croatia is threatening this year’s olive crop.
Zimbabwe 11/05/2016 Zimbabwe puts its wild animals up for sale Zimbabwe’s government has said it is ready to sell its wildlife. People with money and space are being asked to buy animals in a bid to save them
Zimbabwe 02/05/2016 Four million people face hunger from Zimbabwe drought The number of people facing hunger in Zimbabwe due to drought has risen from three to four million, according to estimates. The UN children’s agency
no comment 13/04/2016 Water festival spurts into life despite drought A water festival kicked off in Thailand on Wednesday – despite the country facing its worst drought in decades. The extravaganza, called Songkran
Ethiopia 07/03/2016 Ethiopia and UN appeal for help to feed 10.2 million people The government of Ethiopia and the United Nations have asked for help to feed more than 10.2 Ethiopians. A long-standing drought has led to
science 11/02/2016 El Niño is causing havoc in Central America, Asia and Africa El Niño is having a disastrous effect on countries in Central America, parts of Africa and Asia, which have been hit by a drought that is generating
Somalia 10/02/2016 Crisis call for Ethiopia as food aid due to run out soon The worst drought to hit Ethiopia in 50 years is about to become a crisis according to the charity Save the Children . It is warning that emergency
Zimbabwe 05/02/2016 State of disaster declared in drought-ridden Zimbabwe A severe drought has hit Zimbabwe, leading President Robert Mugabe to declare a state of disaster in most rural parts of the country. The government
Ethiopia 29/01/2016 Plea for cash as Ethiopia battles one of its worst droughts in decades More than 450 million euros needs to be raised by the end of next month to help Ethiopia through critical food shortages. That is the warning from
