China Grapples with Record Heat and Severe Drought

Extreme temperatures and prolonged dry spells threaten crop production and strain resources across multiple regions.

Temperatures in some areas are expected to reach up to 42 degrees Celsius.
An orange alert for high temperatures has been issued for several provinces.
Henan province faces an extreme drought, endangering crop yields and water supplies.
Local governments are implementing emergency measures, including artificial rain and water rationing.
The heat wave and drought are part of a broader trend of extreme weather exacerbated by climate change.