The Guardian

The drought in Suriname began in early 2023, with severe conditions reported by February last year; wildfires spread, posing a major health risk. By August, the drought had extensively depleted natural water sources, forcing communities to rely on contaminated river water. This has led to the spread of waterborne illnesses, especially among children under five, as reported in Sipaliwini.   Click here to read the story.   Click the following link for more information on Drought.