The Dead Sea is dying. Drinking water is scarce. Jordan faces a climate crisis

Environment

Apr 15

Written By Cynthia Hirschhorn

One of multiple sinkholes at the former grounds of the Numeira Salt company in Ghor Haditha, Jordan. The Dead Sea is shrinking at a rate of anywhere from 3 to 5 feet a year. (Marcus Yam / Los Angeles Times)

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Cynthia Hirschhorn

The Dead Sea is dying. Drinking water is scarce. Jordan faces a climate crisis

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