Brazil declared a state of emergency due to the drought.
Sep 17, 2024
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The Amazonian region is grappling with a severe drought that has pushed river levels to unprecedented lows. The drought, which began in 2023, has had a devastating impact on the basin's biodiversity and communities.
On September 17, 2024, the Madeira River, a major tributary of the Amazon, dropped to 48 centimeters in Porto Velho, Brazil, compared to the normal level of 332 cm.
The Brazilian government officially declared a state of emergency in six cities in Amazonas due to the drought.
About Amazon River:
- The Amazon River is the largest river in the world by the amount or volume of water it carries.
- The Amazon River originates in the Andes Mountains of Peru and ends in the Atlantic Ocean
- The Amazon River flows through the tropical forests of South America, mainly in Brazil, and also through Ecuador, Colombia, and Venezuela.
- The Nile River is the world's longest river, and the Amazon is second-longest.
