Water Wars: Early-Warning Tools Aim to Prevent 'Water Wars,' Curb Droughts

Dec 25, 2018 | Linda Givetash, NBC News
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In a year of extreme heat and water-related tensions, researchers are trying to develop an early-warning system to prevent the devastating consequences of droughts that exacerbate geopolitical tensions. The Water, Peace and Security partnership aims to find better methods to monitor risks and trigger early interventions. Such technology is necessary as climate change amplifies water shortages plaguing countries across the globe.