Australia Rainfall Deficiencies Deepen Across Eastern States

Australia Rainfall Deficiencies Deepen Across Eastern States

Author: Environment+Energy Leader May 11, 2026 Duration: 4:29
Four months of rainfall deficiencies have pushed water storage and soil moisture to critical levels across eastern Australia, with record lows recorded in New South Wales. https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/australia-rainfall-deficiencies-deepen-across-eastern-states,125711 Water category sponsorship for Sustainability Soundbites is provided by Amazon. Explore Amazon’s Spotlight on Water and learn more about the company’s work focused on water stewardship, replenishment, and resi...

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