🌡️ 2024 was the hottest year on record. Overall, 2024 was dry and hot, but regional patterns revealed a stark contrast: some regions endured severe drought, while others faced multiple devastating floods. The cost of water-related hazards is rising, with lives lost, communities displaced, and economic damages mounting every year. The accelerating swings between too much and too little water highlight the urgency of reliable, science-based information to guide action. 📊 The #StateOfWater Report 2024 offers an authoritative assessment of freshwater availability worldwide - from streamflow, reservoirs, lakes, and groundwater to soil moisture, snow, and ice. It combines WMO Members data, advanced global hydrological models, and satellite observations from a wide range of partners. Read the full report at the link in bio 🔗