Record Amazon Drought Threatens Over 420,000 Children

Severe drought in the Amazon basin disrupts essential services and increases health risks, prompting urgent calls for climate action.

The drought, exacerbated by El Niño and climate change, has severely impacted water supplies and river transport in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
UNICEF reports that over 1,700 schools and 760 health centers in Brazil's Amazon are inaccessible due to low river levels.
The lack of access to clean water and food has heightened the risk of child malnutrition and infectious diseases.
Indigenous and rural communities are particularly vulnerable, with many relying on rivers for transportation and resources.
UNICEF is seeking $10 million to address immediate needs and support affected communities in the Amazon region.