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🌍 UN: World’s Rivers Hit Record Lows in 2023

Think your water bottle empties too fast? The planet’s rivers are feeling the same way. 🌊 A new UN report reveals global river flows dropped to historic lows in 2023 as extreme heat and climate disruptions turned waterways into thirsty ghost versions of themselves.

From the Amazon to the Yangtze, shrinking rivers threaten drinking water, agriculture, and ecosystems. 'We’re operating in a world where demand grows while supply shrinks,' said one UN scientist, calling it a 'glass half empty' crisis that’s literally about half-empty rivers.

Millions already face water rationing, while industries from energy to tech scramble to adapt. Climate experts point to melting glaciers and erratic rainfall as key villains – think climate change meets a bad Netflix thriller, but with real-world stakes.

Got weekend plans? Maybe skip the river rafting. 🌡️ This report’s stark reality check shows why Gen Z’s climate activism isn’t just trending – it’s survival mode.

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