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Environmental degradation in the Dominican Republic is manifesting through reduced river water levels, increased sargassum accumulation, frequent droughts, flooding, and extreme weather events. These conditions have prompted concerns regarding the long-term sustainability of current development practices.

Despite the visible impact of these environmental shifts, public discourse continues to include skepticism regarding the role of climate change in the ongoing deterioration of the country's natural resources. The situation highlights an ongoing tension between national development goals and the need for environmental responsibility.

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Read the full story at the source Diario Libre (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) · DO
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