The United Nations weather agency has reported that 2023 marked the driest year for the world's rivers in over three decades. This unprecedented dry spell was attributed to the record-high temperatures experienced throughout the year, leading to a significant decrease in water flows and exacerbating prolonged drought conditions in various regions.
Furthermore, the World Meteorological Organization highlighted that glaciers, which serve as vital water sources for many countries, experienced the most substantial loss of mass in the past fifty years. The agency warned that this accelerated ice melt poses a severe threat to long-term water security for millions of people globally.
