Severe Drought Triggers Emergency Measures in French Guiana

The French government has activated a civil security plan to address the historic low water levels affecting the region's rivers.

The Maroni River, the largest in French Guiana, has experienced a significant rainfall deficit since May 2023.
Current water levels are the lowest recorded since 2009, leading to substantial challenges in water supply and navigation.
The drought has prompted authorities to raise the 'low water' alert level to red, indicating severe conditions expected to last at least a month.
The ORSEC emergency plan aims to ensure public health safety and maintain the supply of essential goods to affected communities.
Météo-France has warned that this dry season is exceptionally severe, with conditions worsening across the Amazon basin.