Water – Page 28

Pakistan, Under Water

Intense monsoon flooding has submerged a third of the country, causing mass destruction and death.

The worst trouble was in Lee County, where a badly damaged water system was affecting a population of nearly 760,000 people.

Scientists say water vapor injected into the stratosphere by the volcanic eruption in January may have a slight, though temporary, warming effect.

Drought combined with extreme heat this summer have painted a dramatic picture of Europe’s drying rivers and reservoirs.

“Historical ecology” can help us save the seas.