Climate change 'exacerbating' drought across Europe, scientists say
- Climate change is exacerbating drought in Europe as extreme heat evaporates water supplies, scientists said in a study published this week, with low water levels disrupting shipping, farming and industry in countries including Romania and Greece.
- Issued on: 25/07/2026 - 10:58 1 min Reading time Numerous European countries are suffering drought conditions this summer.
- France fears it may have its smallest maize crop in 50 years, while Romania has restricted farmers' access to water for irrigation, the Netherlands declared a water shortage last week and seven Greek islands have declared drought
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- Climate change is exacerbating drought in Europe as extreme heat evaporates water supplies, scientists said in a study published this week, with low water levels disrupting shipping, farming and industry in countries including Romania and Greece.
- Issued on: 25/07/2026 - 10:58 1 min Reading time Numerous European countries are suffering drought conditions this summer.
- France fears it may have its smallest maize crop in 50 years, while Romania has restricted farmers' access to water for irrigation, the Netherlands declared a water shortage last week and seven Greek islands have declared drought
Sources: RFI