Multiple countries are preparing for a significant El Niño event, with modeling suggesting the 2026-2027 occurrence could be the strongest on record. International bodies, including the WHO, WMO, and WFP, are urging nations to prepare for extreme weather and its consequences for health, food, and energy.
Brazil is increasing its firefighting capacity for anticipated Amazon blazes. Peru has declared a state of emergency in 40% of its country due to expected floods and landslides. Sri Lanka is arranging water deliveries to drought-threatened areas, while India is implementing agricultural contingency plans and enhancing irrigation in drought-vulnerable districts. The African Union is promoting early-warning systems for its member states. The WFP has launched an appeal for $202 million to assist 22 high-risk nations with safety measures.
Source: Mongabay