Serious drought causing issues for farmers and tourism in Spain

The video discusses the severe drought affecting southern Spain's reservoirs, operating at only 12% capacity. The crisis is attributed to climate change, water mismanagement, and high-water-demand crops like mangoes and avocados. Farmers face reduced incomes, and tourism is impacted. Environmentalists urge better water management and crop alternatives. The drought's effects extend beyond Spain, affecting Europe's fruit and vegetable supply. Solutions include building reservoirs and growing less water-intensive crops.

What are the main factors contributing to the water crisis in southern Spain?

• Water mismanagement and climate change

• Excessive rainfall

• Only climate change

• Lack of agricultural development

Which crops are mentioned as being particularly water-intensive in the video?

• Wheat and barley

• Mangoes and avocados

• Grapes and olives

• Apples and oranges

What solution do ecologists propose to address the water crisis?

• Stop farming altogether

• Import more water

• Switch to less water-intensive crops

• Increase water usage

How is the water crisis affecting tourism in the region?

• Tourism is increasing

• Tourism is suffering

• Tourism is thriving

• Tourism is unaffected

What is the potential impact on employment if the tropical industry collapses?

• Creation of new jobs

• Loss of about 10,000 jobs

• Increase in employment

• No impact on employment