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Southeast Asia braces for El Nino's dual threat of drought and floods

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Southeast Asia is facing a heightened risk of extreme weather events due to an impending El Nino, which could bring both severe droughts and localized flooding. Experts from organizations like the World Meteorological Organization and Fathom warn that the phenomenon, exacerbated by rising sea surface temperatures, will likely strain agricultural production and water supplies. This climate whiplash arrives at a critical time for the region's economies, which are already dealing with geopolitical tensions and increased energy costs. AI

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Southeast Asia braces for El Nino's dual threat of drought and floods

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Biman Mukherji ·

    Southeast Asia warned of ‘Godzilla El Nino’ whiplash threatening drought, floods, haze

    Southeast Asia must brace itself for a punishing spell of climate whiplash, with an expected El Nino threatening drought-like conditions, flash floods, crop losses and haze across the region, experts have warned. The threat is also landing at a fragile moment for emerging economi…

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