Impacts of the ongoing drought have been felt across the world, including a worsening hunger crisis in southern Africa, an Amazon River tributary’s record-low water levels, an endangered coffee harvest in Brazil, deadly wildfires in western North Dakota and early pawpaw fruit harvests.

The “month in review” compiles photos and stories from the Associated Press website that were published Sept. 18 - Oct. 15, 2024. AP Photo by Themba Hadebe.

These artificial islands could reduce damage from future storms, stimulate the bay eco system and save lives. The construction of eight “Living Breakwaters” nears completion at the southernmost tip of New York City. AP Photo by Ted Shaffrey.

Muskingum County Sheriff Matt Lutz has advocated for the construction of a new jail for much of his career. Despite the failed tax levy, the safety of the current facility has been called into question after three inmates escaped the Muskingum County Jail and injured a corrections officer. Photo by Holly Sealover.