Record breaking temperatures are continuing to increase and are changing how the water cycle works.

The 2024 Global Water Monitor Report, released this week, shows a more intense water cycle and climate change have contributed to last year’s extreme weather events, such as floods, cyclones and droughts.

Last year forms part of a worsening trend of water-related disasters which have killed thousands of people, devastated communities and damaged ecosystems.

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Produced By: Jessica O’Bryan

Featured In Story: Albert Van Dijk, Professor of Water Science and Management, Australian National University

First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 8 January 2025