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Satellite images show global water disappearing in 10 places

Published Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · Updated June 17

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  • Global South Water Crisis Focus — 1 source

Coverage is limited to a single source, Al Jazeera English, which may not provide a comprehensive range of perspectives.

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A 2025 World Bank report indicates the world is losing 324 trillion litres of freshwater annually, enough for 280 million people. Satellite images further reveal that water is disappearing in 10 specific locations globally, highlighting a significant freshwater crisis.

What We Know — Key Points

  • The world is losing an estimated 324 trillion litres (85.6 trillion gallons) of freshwater each year, enough to meet the needs of 280 million people annually, according to a 2025 World Bank report.
  • Satellite images indicate water is disappearing in 10 specific locations worldwide.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Global South Water Crisis Focus
  • Al Jazeera English

    Al Jazeera highlights the global freshwater crisis, reporting that satellite images show water disappearing in 10 places globally, with a focus on examples from the Global South.

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