"ecological vulnerability"

#12339513

6 May 2025

Two young men sit shirtless on the grassy lakefront beside a wooden pier as a white sailboat passes by on the calm waters of Lake Chiemsee in Prien am Chiemsee, Bavaria, Germany, on May 2, 2025. The spring weather draws visitors to relax in the Bavarian lake region.

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#12221402

2 April 2025

A man and a child walk across exposed riverbed rocks due to low water levels on the River Elbe in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, on August 25, 2022. Prolonged droughts and rising temperatures linked to climate change significantly reduce water flow in many parts of the river.

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#12221411

2 April 2025

A man and a child walk across exposed riverbed rocks due to low water levels on the River Elbe in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, on August 25, 2022. Prolonged droughts and rising temperatures linked to climate change significantly reduce water flow in many parts of the river.

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#12221415

2 April 2025

A heron stands among riverbank vegetation beside the shallow waters of the River Elbe in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, on August 25, 2022. The drop in water level results from extended drought and rising temperatures attributed to climate change.

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#12221398

2 April 2025

People stand along the river promenade near exposed rocks and vegetation due to low water levels on the River Elbe in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, on August 25, 2022. The drought conditions linked to climate change significantly lower the river's water level, exposing large sections of the riverbed.

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#12221400

2 April 2025

Exposed rocks and scattered vegetation appear on the dried riverbed due to low water levels on the River Elbe in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, on August 25, 2022. Severe drought conditions tied to climate change drastically reduce the river's flow and water volume.

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#12221405

2 April 2025

People sit along the river promenade near exposed rocks and vegetation due to low water levels on the River Elbe in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, on August 25, 2022. The drought conditions linked to climate change significantly lower the river's water level, exposing large sections of the riverbed.

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#12221407

2 April 2025

People sit along the river promenade near exposed rocks and vegetation due to low water levels on the River Elbe in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, on August 25, 2022. The drought conditions linked to climate change significantly lower the river's water level, exposing large sections of the riverbed.

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#12221409

2 April 2025

A woman takes photos of exposed rocks and green patches caused by low water levels on the River Elbe in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, on August 25, 2022. The ongoing drought and high temperatures linked to climate change lead to significant drops in water levels across the region.

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#12221414

2 April 2025

People sit along the river promenade near exposed rocks and vegetation due to low water levels on the River Elbe in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, on August 25, 2022. The drought conditions linked to climate change significantly lower the river's water level, exposing large sections of the riverbed.

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#12146116

11 March 2025

A senior jogger runs along a rural path in Murnau, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria, Germany, on March 8, 2025. The jogger wears athletic gear and carries a water bottle. The natural surroundings and quiet paths highlight the benefits of outdoor exercise for physical and mental well-being.

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#12108787

1 March 2025

An elderly woman with a walker navigates a pedestrian and bicycle path in Munich, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany, on February 25, 2025. The scene highlights the importance of accessibility and infrastructure for senior citizens. The urban pathway is surrounded by trees and features designated pedestrian and cycling lanes, reflecting the challenges and necessities of mobility for the aging population in modern cities.

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#10926593

20 January 2024

A guide is leading visitors on a horse ride along the ski slopes in Gulmarg, approximately 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has led to the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926597

20 January 2024

A guide is leading visitors on a horse ride along the ski slopes in Gulmarg, approximately 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The prolonged dry spell this winter has dealt a severe blow to the famed ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes are now snowless, causing disappointment among tourists and particularly ski enthusiasts. The absence of seasonal snowfall has led to the cancellation of mass bookings for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926606

20 January 2024

Visitors are walking along the ski slopes in Gulmarg, some 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The extended period of dry winter weather in Kashmir is dealing a severe blow to the iconic ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes now lie barren, causing disappointment among avid ski enthusiasts. The absence of substantial snowfall is resulting in a wave of booking cancellations for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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#10926607

20 January 2024

Visitors are walking along the ski slopes in Gulmarg, some 55 km from Srinagar, in Srinagar, Kashmir, India, on January 20, 2024. The extended period of dry winter weather in Kashmir is dealing a severe blow to the iconic ski resort of Gulmarg. The once bustling ski slopes now lie barren, causing disappointment among avid ski enthusiasts. The absence of substantial snowfall is resulting in a wave of booking cancellations for hotel owners, severely impacting their businesses. This unanticipated setback underscores the vulnerability of winter-dependent economies and the urgent need for strategies to mitigate the impact of unpredictable weather patterns.

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