Lack of water is a growing problem in many places around the world.

The island of Cyprus will probably be the first place in Europe which will run dry of water. The people of Cyprus have long been using more water than nature can provide – a situation known as ‘peak water’.

But which country will dry up first? (video after the break).

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Well, doesn’t that depend on how big the sea is? Nope, not really. The Aral Sea between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan is virtually gone. It was once the 4th largest sea in the world.

Can you think of a reason why the Aral Sea would disappear? If you haven’t heard the story, the answer will probably surprise you. It certainly surprised us! (Video after the break)
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