Desertification in the Sahel Intensifies (1984–1985 CE) (jan 1, 1984 – dec 31, 1985)
Description:
During the 1984–1985 drought, the Sahel region faced one of its worst environmental crises, drawing global attention to desertification. Overgrazing, deforestation, and climate change degraded the land, turning once-fertile areas into arid zones. This crisis led to international aid efforts and eventually the UN Convention to Combat Desertification, established in 1996.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1984
dec 31, 1985
~ 1 years and 11 months