1 Apr 2009 - 14:47 by OOSKAnews Correspondent
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An expert panel at the 5th World Water Forum this month has called for immediate action to prevent water-related disasters like floods and droughts, along with stepping up efforts to manage water demand and bolster supplies.
Such water-related catastrophes may already be multiplying due to climate change, the panel warned.