Drought conditions in parts of North America, Europe and Asia have left lakes, reservoirs and rivers much lower than usual.
The dry conditions are causing problems for people who depend on the water for animal grazing and the shipment of goods.
Some regions are being forced to ship water to those in need, while others are resorting to cloud seeing in a bid to promote rainfall.
Heat, drought impact bodies of water
A closed boat ramp is seen ending short of the water’s edge at Elephant Butte Reservoir near Truth of Consequence, N.M.
(Mario Tama/Getty Images)
Daniel Martel fills a container with water on Tuesday, to supply it
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