Research continues to prove the dangers of climate change. A glider's accidental discovery revealed a threat to Antarctica's future, with the Ross Ice Shelf melting at an alarming rate. However, there is some positive news when it comes to the fight against climate change. A research vessel restored hope, and found coral the size of five tennis courts. With coral on the decline and facing possible extinction due to climate change, the discovery finally provided some hope.
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Unfortunately, NASA's recent findings pertaining to water reduction is another step in the wrong direction. Shortages have been very real since 2015, and recent discoveries show a problematic trend that might be leading to "global dryness."
Let's take a closer look at NASA's recent data.
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NASA Satellites Discovered A Major Drop To Freshwater Levels Globally
Losing enough water to completely empty Lake Eerie two and a half times... That is the reality of how much water we've lost globally since 2015. According to NASA's findings, extreme droughts, mixed with modern expansion of irrigated agriculture, and farming are all major reasons as to why the earth is one step closer to "global drying."
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James Riordon of NASA is starting to see a problematic trend taking place.
"The reduction in available water puts a strain on farmers and communities, potentially leading to famine, conflicts, poverty, and an increased risk of disease when people turn to contaminated water sources, according to a UN report on water stress published in 2024."
NASA Goddard meteorologist Michael Bosilovich adds that long periods of precipitation events lead to soil dryness. This decreases the amount of water the ground can actually absorb during a rainfall.
"The problem when you have extreme precipitation," Bosilovich said, "is the water ends up running off. Warming temperatures increase both the evaporation of water from the surface to the atmosphere, and the water-holding capacity of the atmosphere, increasing the frequency and intensity of drought conditions."
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As expected, climate change is also a major link to the current water shortage. NASA remains unsure if the freshwater levels will rebound, or continue to decline heading into 2025. With warmer temperatures continuing, the drought might continue to trend in the wrong direction for years to come.
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Several States In The U.S. Are Facing Water Shortages, Including Colorado, New Mexico And Oregon
Water shortage isn't anything new in the US. Multi Pure took a closer look at some troubling statistics. According to the New York Times, 45% of water wells have seen significant declines since 1980, with at least 40% reaching record-lows during the last ten years.
Similar to the global issue, consumption habits and climate change will continue to affect areas negatively.
Which US States are in the most danger?
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Arizona New Mexico Colorado Nebraska California Idaho
Stats in Colorado alone are extremely problematic. According to Multi Pure, "66.7% of the Rio Grande Basin facing moderate to extreme drought by the end of June 2024."
A view of the Grand Canyon in Arizona, with the Colorado River flowing through it
With the droughts taking place, the Rio Grande Basin has seen dry spots of the river - while wildfires caused by climate change are also causing Colorado's water shortage.
2025 will be a crucial year - if trends continue, it will be another year inching closer toward "global dryness."
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