WMO reports 2025 among driest years
The Meteorological Organization reveals that 2025 was one of the most severe drought years in over three decades, witnessing a significant decline in freshwater reserves and the deterioration of glaciers, with serious impacts on humans and economies. The report indicated that the water cycle has become more volatile, with increased instances of severe shortages and floods. Additionally, over 36% of river basins worldwide experienced below-average flow in more than half of their river systems. A continuous decline in groundwater and glacier reserves has been observed since 2014, along with increased risks of drought and flooding due to the El Niño phenomenon. This marks the fourth consecutive year in which water reserves have suffered widespread losses.
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