EQ2 Brazil 2014/2015 drought Flashcards
What was Brazil’s worst drought duration?
80 years
What happened to water levels in Brazil’s HEP schemes?
Water levels fell
What were the consequences of the drought in Brazil’s urban areas?
Power supplies suspended, agriculture in crisis, and urban taps ran dry in Rio and Sao Paulo.
What typically affects Brazil’s rainfall?
Brazil’s rainfall is normally very predictable.
What blocked the usual rainfall route in Brazil?
High pressure systems
Where did heavy rains occur while Brazil was dry?
Bolivia
What did homeowners and industries do as river water levels dropped during Brazil drought?
Increased groundwater abstraction.
How many people faced water rationing due to the Brazil drought?
4 million people
What was the cost to gain a license to drill a well in Brazil during drought?
$3000
How many illegal boreholes are thought to exist across Brazil due to drought?
2.5 million
