Nearly 1,000 cities in Brazil suffering from severe drought

Smoke rises from multiple fires that are ripping through the Brasilia National Forest, Brazil, July 22, 2024. /CFP

Brazil is currently facing a severe drought, with more than 1,000 cities nationwide experiencing special or severe drought conditions, according to a report released by Brazilian government departments on July 24.

The report states that due to the drought, fires are occurring fre