One of the things I enjoy the most living in Korea is the changing of seasons. October and November is especially great months to be in Korea because of the Autumn colors. With approximately 70% of Korea comprised of uplands and mountains, the Korean peninsula is an ideal canvas to display the different array of vibrant colors trees. However, this year those vibrant color are not as vibrant as before. The red, orange and yellow color of leaves are less prominent. In fact, there has been reports which states that Korea will skip Autumn this year and go straight into winter. The leaves, instead of changing its colors will simply fall from its branches without changing colors. 

The reason for this is because there are not getting enough water due to the low level of precipitation. In fact, this year North Korea was hit by the worst drought in 100 years. Considering the proximity to the North, South Korea did not fare any better. Now there are many things that causes drought, including human activities. When we cut down trees indiscriminately for fuel, it reduces the soil?s ability to hold water which dries out the ground causing the soil to dry leading to drought. Constructions of dams for electric power and to irrigate farmland reduces the flow of water which may cause drought as well. 

There?s no doubt that climate change will have detrimental effect on all of us. It will impact the economy, more people will get sick and people will die early. In the midst of all these aftereffects, the climate change also erases the beauty of our earth and nature. While clean air and water are essential for our physical bodies, the beauty of our nature is essential for our humanity.