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New study reveals where drought and extreme heat converge across Oman
Drought and extreme heat do not always occur separately. When they coincide, their combined effects can place greater pressure on water resources, agriculture, ecosystems, energy systems and public health.
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Researchers at Sultan Qaboos University and the Environment Authority of Oman mapped the overlap of drought and extreme‑heat events across the country. Their analysis shows that the regions most vulnerable to each hazard alone are not always the ones facing the combined stress of both. When drought and heat coincide, the dual pressure intensifies demands on water supplies, agriculture, ecosystems, energy systems and public health. The study highlights the need to consider compound climate risks when planning resource management in Oman.
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