Ignoring the Signs: 5 Evidences of Climate Change Impacting Uttarakhand

Here are 5 specific pieces of evidence:

• Declining Snowfall and Glacial Retreat:

  Uttarakhand's Himalayan region, crucial for water resources, is witnessing a decline in snowfall and glacial melt, impacting water availability for agriculture and human consumption.

• Increased Rainfall Intensity and Flooding:

  The region is experiencing more intense rainfall events, leading to flash floods and landslides, which cause significant damage to infrastructure and displacement of communities.

• Changes in Agricultural Practices:

  Climate change is impacting agricultural yields and forcing farmers to adopt new crop varieties and cultivation techniques due to changing temperature and rainfall patterns.

• Increased Forest Fire Frequency:

  Warmer temperatures and drier conditions are contributing to a higher frequency and intensity of forest fires, endangering biodiversity and ecosystems.

• Shifting Crop Cultivation Zones:

  Some crops are experiencing changes in their cultivation zones, with some fields becoming fallow, and others experiencing decreased yields due to climate change