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Europe Faces Severe Drought, Agriculture at Risk

5/31/2025

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A staggering 41% of Europe is grappling with drought, with southeastern Spain, Greece, and Albania hit hardest after record warmth in March. The UK's Environment Agency has also declared a drought in North West England. Climate change intensifies these challenges, heightening wildfire risks and threatening agriculture, costing the EU around €28.3 billion each year.

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A staggering 41% of Europe is grappling with drought, with southeastern Spain, Greece, and Albania hit hardest after record warmth in March. The UK's Environment Agency has also declared a drought in North West England. Climate change intensifies these challenges, heightening wildfire risks and threatening agriculture, costing the EU around €28.3 billion each year.