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As the world grapples with the consequences of extreme weather patterns, rivers across the globe are facing an unprecedented threat of drying up.
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The historic drought in the US West continues to cause the Colorado River to dry up, with Lake Mead shrinking towards "dead pool" status.
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China's Yangtze River, a vital source of hydropower for the country, is drying up at its banks and tributaries due to a nationwide drought and an extended heatwave.
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The Rhine, a crucial European shipping channel, is becoming a navigational nightmare as low water levels expose parts of its bed.
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Italy's River Po, usually prone to devastating floods, is experiencing a severe drying spell, affecting millions of people who rely on it for agriculture.
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France's Loire River, home to vineyards producing renowned wines, is facing extreme heat and a lack of rain, causing sections to dry out and become passable by foot.
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Western Europe's longest river, the Danube, is seeing reduced water levels, impacting shipping and tourism.
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These rivers' diminishing water levels are a consequence of extreme weather conditions and prolonged droughts.