Extreme heat and drought take a toll around the world, in photos

Usually submerged areas of the Danube River are exposed amid exceptionally low water levels, in Rasova, Romania, Monday, Aug. 3 2026. (AP Photo/ Vadim Ghirda)

Republished August 08, 2026 - 12:37 PM

Original Publication Date August 04, 2026 - 1:56 PM

Heat and drought are affecting communities around the world, lowering water levels and sending people and animals in search of relief. The hot, dry weather is reshaping landscapes and daily life.

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