Drought
Climate Change Contributed to Fall of Powerful Ancient Empire: Study
The final decades of the Assyrian Empire (912-609 BCE) were marked by political instability and conflict, but new research suggests droughts and bad harvests played a part in the empire's decline.
'Flash Drought' Has Spread to 14 States Across Southern U.S.
Scientists say that climate change is disrupting the environmental systems which are responsible for precipitation, leading to more droughts, flash droughts and heavy rainfall in the country.
Drought Conditions in Southeast Affect Farms, Heighten Chance of Wildfires
Portions of the southeastern U.S. haven't seen rain in weeks, and the dry conditions are affecting farmers.
Climate Change Is Going to Make Extreme Weather Events Worse: Here's Why
In general, extreme weather events are expected to become more frequent and intense, as global temperatures warm
North Korea Drought: Lowest Rainfall in 100 Years Threatens Vital Crops
The United Nations has said more than 10 million North Koreans are facing severe food shortages.
This Woman Paddled All 730 Miles of the Green River
In the new book "Downriver," Heather Hansman paddles the length of the Green River—the biggest tributary of the Colorado River - in an attempt to understand the fight overwater, and what's going to happen to those battles in a hotter, drier, more crowded future.
Climate Change Linked to Collapse of Cahokia: Study
A team of researchers found evidence that suggests climate change may have played a role in the mysterious abandonment of the prosperous prehistoric city of Cahokia around 600 years ago.
Drought Leaves More Than 1 Million Fish Dead
Rotten fish line the banks of the Murray-Darling in Australia.
Climate Change Caused World's First Empire to Collapse
The collapse was followed by mass migration, and a 110-mile was built for immigration control.
German 'Atlantis' Revealed by Europe's Drought
The settlement was abandoned more than a century ago when a large dam and reservoir were constructed.
India's Killer Drought Pushing People to Suicide
The state of Tamil Nadu is now facing its worst drought in 140 years. India's government has promised aid, but little has come.
A Heat Wave Is Killing This Year's Christmas Tree Crop
Belgium's drought has approached record levels, and it is hitting the region responsible for bringing a major part of its festive spirit.
Entire State Declared Drought Zone
"There isn't a person in the state that isn't hoping to see some rain for our farmers and regional communities," a local official said.
Iran Simmers as Rial Crashes and Protests Build
As Iranians face economic turmoil, political disappointment and severe drought, people are heading to the streets to make their voices heard—but is the regime itself under threat?
High Temperatures and Drought Have Left Europe Reeling
Countries such as Latvia and Lithuania have declared a state of emergency amid a scorching heat wave.
Drought in Australia Turns Farmland to Barren Dustbowl
"I find droughts a little bit like cancer—it sort of eats away at you," one farmer said.
Iran General Says Israel Steals Clouds, Causing Drought
The head of Iran's meteorological service said that, unless the general knows something he doesn't, there's no way a country can steal clouds.
More Than 100 Wild Horses Dead Amid Southwest Drought
"I did smell the decomposition and the bodies starting to smell."
Spring to Bring Flooding, Drought, High Temps
It might not feel like it now, but spring is expected to bring above-average temperatures to much of the United States.
New Tech Can Produce Drinking Water From Desert Air
The new technology could potentially provide a solution for the problem of water scarcity in arid climates.
Archaeologists Uncover Pharaohs' Climate Change Plan
When the pharaohs were confronted with environmental catastrophe, they didn't bury their heads in the sand.
Why Are Californians Fleeing the Bay Area in Droves?
Data shows a boom in one-way U-Haul truck rentals.
'Day Zero' Water Shutdown Looms Over Cape Town
Many Cape Town residents are stockpiling water supplies while the city creates strict water limits.
Cape Town May Become the First City to Lose Its Water
The countdown to Day Zero ends in a matter of months.
Europe's Refugees Could Rise Due To Climate Change
Hotter-than-average temperatures and asylum-seeking applications are directly linked.
Will a Megadrought Strike the US?
A window into past megadroughts will help scientists determine the future.
2017 Is on Track to Be the Third-Warmest Year on Record
The past five years have been the warmest five-year period on record.
China Plans World's Longest Tunnel to Water a Desert
The central government is considering the huge proposal that would divert water from Tibet to the Xinjiang region.
North Korean Soldiers Are Too Hungry to Fight
Food supplies are often stolen by officers and sold on the black market.