In normal droughts, the rivers have enough volume to carry food, small boats, and provide for communities. This year, the situation is markedly worse, leading to greater isolation.
Dredging has started on critical points of the Madeira River where only low-draft vessels are able to pass, indicating an urgent need to improve navigability in the face of severe drought.
The Brazilian Geological Service has warned that all rivers in the Amazon basin are expected to drop below their historical levels, significantly impacting transportation and livelihood.
This situation could lead to the redirecting of grain and fertilizer cargoes, increasing shipping costs for producers and affecting the overall supply chain critically.
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