COSEE Ocean Systems: News
More Frequent Drought Likely in Eastern Africa
Description: The increased frequency of drought observed in eastern Africa over the last 20 years is likely to continue as long as global temperatures continue to rise, according to new research. This poses increased risk to the estimated 17.5 million people in the Greater Horn of Africa who currently face potential food shortages. [Source: U.S. Geological Survey]
URL: http://www.usgs.gov/newsroom/article_pf.asp?ID=2690
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Source: U.S. Geological Survey
Publish Date: 1/28/2011
Reading Level: Basic
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