- Drought is a big problem.
- It affects many countries.
- Water management needs to be better.
- A drought costs money.
- Agriculture is very affected.
- Food security is at risk.
Difficult words
- drought — A long period without rain.
- affect — To have an effect on something.affects, affected
- management — The act of organizing or controlling something.
- agriculture — The practice of farming and growing food.
- security — Safety and protection against harm.
Tip: hover, focus or tap highlighted words in the article to see quick definitions while you read or listen.
Discussion questions
- Have you ever seen a drought?
- How does drought affect your area?
- What do you think is important for food security?
Related articles
January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires and the rise in virtual health visits
A study of 3.7 million Kaiser Permanente members found that the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires caused large increases in virtual care, especially for respiratory and cardiovascular symptoms, and raised other outpatient visits.
Low-cost design to cut indoor heat in Latin American cities
A study in Energy and Buildings finds simple, low-cost design choices can reduce indoor heat in Latin American cities. Researchers used simulations in five cities and propose passive measures, training and a free digital design tool.
Gum ingredients help tilapia cope with cold
Researchers tested lecithin and Arabic gum as feed additives for tilapia and found they improved growth, survival and cellular responses to cold. Experts say the approach may help farms in cooler, subtropical areas but not very cold regions.
Low-cost cooling could help Bangladesh garment workers
A University of Sydney study, published in The Lancet Planetary Health on Monday (20 October), tested simple low-cost cooling in a chamber that mimicked extreme factory heat. Fans and water partly restored productivity; a reflective roof cut indoor temperature by 2.5°C.
