The forecast indicates that widespread exceptional deficits will subside in several regions of Africa, but remain in some central, eastern, and northern regions of the continent. Surpluses of severe to exceptional intensity are expected to emerge along the Sahel.
Europe: Severe, exceptional deficits persist in eastern Europe
South America: Widespread deficits continue throughout Amazon, Bolivarian Nations
Canada: Deficits persist throughout the Prairie Provinces, Central Canada
ISciences Worldwide Water Watch List October 2024
The forecast for October 2024 expects significant water deficits for the 12-month period of July 2024 through June 2025 in western South America, northern and central Africa, Mexico, and eastern China. Areas expected to experience surplus include the Sahel, South Asia, and noncontiguous areas of United States.