The atmosphere's growing thirst is making droughts worse, even where it rains

Phys.org·Jun 4

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A growing thirst in the atmosphere is exacerbating droughts, even in areas that receive rainfall. This phenomenon is linked to heat, rather than a lack of precipitation, and is reportedly driving droughts in certain regions, including the western United States. The trend is attributed to climate change, which is making the atmosphere thirstier and increasing the danger of droughts and wildfires.

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