El Nino Watch: The Impacts Around the World This Week
El Nino, the atmospheric phenomenon that has been causing extreme weather conditions across the globe, continues to have its devastating effects on various regions this week.
India and Nepal Face Torrential Rain and Flooding
In India and Nepal, a cyclone has brought torrential rain and flooding, resulting in at least three deaths and prompting thousands of evacuations.
"The cyclone, which is expected to hit Bangladesh, India, and Nepal, is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds," said Maximo Torero, Chief Economist at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
South American Countries Brace for Drought and Drought-related Problems
South American countries are bracing themselves for the impacts of drought caused by the El Nino phenomenon. In Brazil, coffee and cocoa production could be affected due to the phenomenon's impact on rainfall.
"We are concerned about the impacts of El Nino on food security, particularly on coffee and cocoa production," said Maximo Torero, Chief Economist at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Nigeria's Rice Crop Under Threat
El Nino is also affecting Nigeria, where rice farmers are facing a bleak outlook for their crop due to reduced rainfall.
"The El Nino phenomenon is causing drought conditions in Nigeria, which will negatively impact rice production," said Maximo Torero, Chief Economist at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Africa’s Drought Plaguing Countries
El Nino is causing drought conditions in several African countries, including Nigeria, which is affecting food security and exacerbating existing poverty levels.
"African countries are particularly vulnerable to food insecurity due to the El Nino phenomenon," said Maximo Torero, Chief Economist at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
El Nino's Impact on Asia
In Asia, El Nino is causing drought conditions, particularly in India, where farmers are struggling to grow crops due to the lack of rainfall.
"The El Nino phenomenon is causing drought conditions in India, which is impacting food production and threatening livelihoods," said Maximo Torero, Chief Economist at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
El Nino's Impact on Australia
El Nino is causing drought conditions in Australia, particularly in Queensland, where farmers are struggling to grow crops due to the lack of rainfall.
"The El Nino phenomenon is causing drought conditions in Queensland, Australia, which is impacting food production and threatening livelihoods," said Maximo Torero, Chief Economist at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
El Nino's Impact on South America
In South America, El Nino is causing drought conditions, particularly in Brazil, where farmers are struggling to grow crops due to the lack of rainfall.
"The El Nino phenomenon is causing drought conditions in Brazil, which is impacting food production and threatening livelihoods," said Maximo Torero, Chief Economist at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
El Nino's Impact on Africa
El Nino is causing drought conditions in Africa, particularly in Nigeria, where farmers are struggling to grow crops due to the lack of rainfall.
"The El Nino phenomenon is causing drought conditions in Nigeria, which is impacting food production and threatening livelihoods," said Maximo Torero, Chief Economist at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
El Nino's Impact on Asia
El Nino is causing drought conditions in Australia, particularly in Queensland, where farmers are struggling to grow crops due to the lack of rainfall.
"The El Nino phenomenon is causing drought conditions in Queensland, Australia, which is impacting food production and threatening livelihoods," said Maximo Torero, Chief Economist at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
El Nino's Impact on the Americas
El Nino is causing drought conditions in South America, particularly in Brazil, where farmers are struggling to grow crops due to the lack of rainfall.
"The El Nino phenomenon is causing drought conditions in Brazil, which is impacting food production
<small>Source: Vanguard News — read the original story there.</small>
