Deforestation: Deforestation in the Amazon rainforest is contributing to the ongoing record drought. Trees release moisture into the atmosphere through a process called transpiration. When trees are cleared, less moisture is released into the atmosphere, which can lead to drier conditions.

Climate Change: Climate change is also a major factor in the Amazon's ongoing drought. The burning of fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, which trap heat and lead to global warming. Global warming is causing the Amazon rainforest to experience higher temperatures and less rainfall, which is contributing to the drought.

La Niña: La Niña is a climate pattern that occurs when the Pacific Ocean cools. This cooling can lead to changes in atmospheric circulation, which can result in drier conditions in the Amazon rainforest. The current La Niña event, which began in September 2020, is one of the strongest on record and is contributing to the drought in the Amazon.

The combination of deforestation, climate change, and La Niña is causing the Amazon rainforest to experience its worst drought in recorded history. The drought is having a devastating impact on the rainforest, its wildlife, and the people who live there.