A recent article from The Guardian highlights an alarming reality: nearly all US states—except Alaska and Kentucky—are facing drought conditions after a summer of record-breaking heat. According to the US Drought Monitor, more than 150 million people and 318 million acres of crops are affected, marking a 150% increase in impacted individuals and a 57% rise in affected farmland compared to last month.

This recent article from The Guardian warns that more than half of the world’s food production is at risk within the next 25 years due to the escalating global water crisis. The landmark review, published by the Global Commission on the Economics of Water, emphasizes the urgent need for governments to take immediate action to conserve water resources and protect the ecosystems that sustain fresh water supplies.

This recent article from TIME Magazine explores the severe water inequality in the Navajo Nation, where over one-third of Diné families must haul water across long distances, paying more for water than most Americans while using the least per capita. Just 80 miles away, residents of Utah’s Washington County—sharing the same water supply—pay far less and consume much more. This disparity showcases the systemic inequities in water access across the American West, exacerbated by a megadrought that has left the region drier than at any point in 1,200 years.

This article from CBC News highlights the challenges faced by Alberta farmers as they grapple with drought and fluctuating water supplies. Earlier this year, North Paddock Farms, part of the St. Mary River Irrigation District, faced a 50% cut in water allocations after a dry winter reduced snowpack and reservoir storage. However, the situation shifted dramatically when heavy rains arrived in May, easing irrigation concerns and improving crop conditions.

This recent article from The Conversation explores the critical role that groundwater plays in sustaining North America's lakes, with a focus on the Canadian landscape, home to nearly 90% of the continent’s lakes. Lakes are essential for biodiversity and recreation, but they also serve as "sentinels of change," reacting quickly to environmental shifts, making them vital indicators of the impacts of climate change and human activities.

This recent article from Yale Environment 360 reports on the challenges faced by northern communities in Canada's Northwest Territories as the Mackenzie River experiences unprecedented low water levels. With the river too shallow for barge traffic, essential supplies like food and fuel are being flown into remote villages at high costs. This has prompted renewed calls for the construction of the Mackenzie Valley Highway, a $1 billion project that could provide a critical lifeline for these communities.

This recent article from The Globe and Mail highlights the severe drought conditions in Alberta and British Columbia, pushing the region's freshwater supply into uncharted territory. With Western Canada now entering its third consecutive year of drought, the security of water resources is at critical risk, as the systems currently in place are struggling to adapt to the increasingly challenging climate conditions. The combination of low precipitation, reduced snowpack, and hotter temperatures is depleting the region’s natural water reserves faster than they can be replenished.

This recent article from The Guardian reports on the alarming rate at which global rivers are drying up, with 2023 marking the fastest decline in 30 years. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) released its State of Global Water Resources report, revealing that over 50% of the world’s river catchment areas were in deficit last year. Major rivers such as the Amazon, Mississippi, Ganges, and Mekong hit record-low water levels, threatening water security for millions of people.

In this recent report, CBC News highlights the severe impact of flooding across Quebec, as towns like Louiseville and Yamachiche face a daunting recovery after the remnants of tropical storm Debby inundated southern Quebec. The storm led to unprecedented damage, with 52 municipalities affected, 350 people evacuated, and 52 landslides reported, particularly in the Laurentians.

This recent article from The Globe and Mail highlights the urgent water challenges facing Alberta and British Columbia as they enter a third consecutive year of drought. The persistent drought is pushing the freshwater supply in these provinces into uncharted territory, revealing gaps in water management systems that have yet to adapt to current climate challenges.

In this recent report, CBC News highlights the severe impact of flooding across Quebec, as towns like Louiseville and Yamachiche face a daunting recovery after the remnants of tropical storm Debby inundated southern Quebec. The storm led to unprecedented damage, with 52 municipalities affected, 350 people evacuated, and 52 landslides reported, particularly in the Laurentians.

This article from The Conversation highlights the significant risks that climate change poses to Canada’s UNESCO World Heritage sites, as exemplified by the devastating wildfire in Jasper National Park. The fire has highlighted the vulnerability of these globally significant sites to extreme weather events, particularly wildfires, driven by climate change.

Recent tensions highlighted by CNN News reveal a growing conflict between the United States and Mexico over shared water resources. Under a long-standing treaty, both countries share waters from the Colorado River and the Rio Grande. However, severe droughts and high temperatures have hindered Mexico's ability to meet its water delivery obligations, causing distress for farmers in South Texas who depend on this supply.

This article from The Weather Network explores the growing risk of uninsurability in Canada due to climate change-induced flooding. The increasing frequency and intensity of flooding events have raised concerns about the sustainability of current insurance practices.