Nearly 1,000 cities in Brazil suffering from severe drought

Brazil is currently facing a severe drought, with more than 1,000 cities nationwide experiencing special or severe drought conditions, according to a report released by Brazilian government departments on July 24, CGTN reports.

Nearly 1,000 cities in Brazil suffering from severe drought
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The report states that due to the drought, fires are occurring frequently across Brazil, with the number of fires reaching the highest level in nearly a decade. In the severely affected Amazon region, some areas have become isolated due to disrupted waterways, and government departments have urged residents to stock up on food.

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