Congo’s deadly rains predicted to occur every two years in a warming world

After floods devastate the DRC’s capital, scientists say climate change is making heavier rains more likely and call for better data to help prepare
Deadly rains in Congo are now predicted to occur every two years
Deadly floods in Kinshasa after heavy rains caused an overflow of the N'djili River. (Photo: Greenpeace Africa)

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