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CNN 5 Things
One Thing: Why a US-Mexico Water War Is Heating Up
Jun 23, 2024
CNN Senior Climate Writer Laura Paddison discusses the US-Mexico water conflict exacerbated by climate change. Exploring the impact on American farmers and future solutions to address the shortfall.
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- Mexico's delayed water deliveries affect US farmers, highlighting the need to consider climate change in future agreements.
- Renegotiating the US-Mexico water treaty focuses on improving deliveries and enhancing drought resilience amid dwindling water resources.
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