### [2026-06-16](/feed/2026/06/16/index.md)

##### Brazil
# MapBiomas reports that water levels in the Brazilian Amazon rise to 2.6% above the historical average in 2025 following increased rainfall. The organization warns that climate change and land-use changes continue to affect long-term hydrological stability. 




### Sources:

1. [AFP via ''The Straits Times](https://www.straitstimes.com/world/brazilian-amazon-waters-recover-after-two-years-of-drought-report)

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