Ranchers in the Venezuelan states of Monagas and Delta Amacuro are proactively relocating their livestock due to rising water levels in the Orinoco River. Producers observed floodwaters encroaching on higher ground where animals were grazing, prompting the preemptive move. Herds are being transferred to locations within the Antonio Díaz municipality in Delta Amacuro and other areas of Monagas state. This preventative measure aims to protect the animals from potential losses due to flooding. The Orinoco River’s water level increase poses a threat to agricultural activities in the region. The relocation efforts are underway to mitigate the impact of the rising river on the local ranching community. This situation highlights the vulnerability of livestock to seasonal flooding in the Orinoco River basin.
