Governments brace for historic El Nino impacts on global weather extremes
Summary
Governments worldwide are preparing for severe weather caused by a strong El Nino event, which is expected to bring droughts, floods, extreme heat, and wildfires. Countries like Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Peru, and Honduras are already taking action to deal with the droughts, fires, and other impacts linked to this natural climate pattern.Key Facts
- Sri Lanka is delivering water to nearly 72,000 people facing drought, with about 75 liters per family every 2-3 days.
- The Sri Lankan government has set aside $14 million for water distribution.
- El Nino is expected to peak sooner than previously thought, possibly before November.
- Indonesia has experienced wildfires burning over 200,000 hectares this year, driven by dry conditions from El Nino.
- Thick smoke from Indonesian wildfires has caused poor air quality and reduced visibility, leading officials to advise people to stay indoors and wear masks.
- Indonesia plans to use cloud seeding, a weather control method, to try to put out and prevent fires.
- The US will send a military hospital to Peru next year to help with El Nino effects.
- Honduras has placed 80% of its territory, including the capital, under drought alert due to damage from dry weather linked to El Nino.
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