Debbie Elliot

Join NPR reporter Debbie Elliot, who specializes in climate change, as she discusses the alarming drops in Mississippi River water levels due to unprecedented drought. Debbie highlights the dangerous encroachment of salty Gulf waters into the river, threatening local water supplies. She also shares stories from Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco and Eva Tesfaye, who reveal how flooding exacerbates challenges for river communities. Listen as they explore innovative solutions and the emotional toll on families faced with these drastic environmental changes.