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14 February 16:20

A study warns that fires, deforestation and global warming could permanently disrupt the water cycle in parts of the Amazon rainforest.

Petru Nicolaescu

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The study suggests that between 10% and 47% of the Amazon's landscape is at risk of passing out of forest region by 2050 unless warming and deforestation rates are drastically reduced. The main stressors identified in the study are rising temperatures, extreme droughts, deforestation and fires.

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The Amazon's crucial water cycle faces collapse, scientists say

The Guardian EU

Amazon rainforest could reach 'tipping point' by 2050, scientists warn

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International

The UN warns: exceeding the limit of 1.5°C is inevitable, the Amazon risks becoming savanna.

Environment

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The average annual temperature has increased by over 3°C in recent decades. Extreme storms are becoming increasingly frequent, causing significant damage.

Health

The Lancet report warns that climate change causes 546,000 deaths annually due to extreme heat.

Environment

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