Summary:
- The Maya civilization, which flourished in Central America from around 250 to 900 AD, experienced a severe drought that may have contributed to its collapse.
- Researchers analyzed sediment cores from a lake in Guatemala and found evidence of a prolonged drought lasting over 100 years, with 13 consecutive years of no rainfall.
- This extended period of drought likely had a devastating impact on the Maya's agricultural practices and ability to sustain their large population, leading to the decline and abandonment of many Maya cities.