El Nino

The next Atlantic tropical storm is forecast to be named Dolly, a name unrelated to Dolly Parton’s death. Storm names are assigned by procedures set by the World Meteorological Organization and are reused every six years. Furthermore, NOAA has predicted a below-average Atlantic hurricane season due to El Nino, expecting eight to 14 named storms.

A severe European drought, exacerbated by global warming and El Nino, is hitting crops across Europe, negatively impacting agriculture from potatoes in the Netherlands to corn in Bosnia. Triodos analyzed that these heatwaves could reduce the European Union's gross domestic product by 1% for 2026. Farmers are suffering significant losses, with estimates showing substantial reductions in yields of various crops.

Officials have launched a campaign to educate stakeholders on scientific measures to minimize losses from El Niño's impact on inland fisheries. The initiative runs until August 7 and focuses on addressing adverse climatic conditions.

A strong El Nino weather event could increase acute food insecurity for 49 million more people in vulnerable regions by 2025, according to the World Food Programme. Central America and Southern Africa face the largest projected rises, with regional shortages and higher prices potentially worsening hunger. Funding cuts have reduced data collection efforts to monitor the crisis.

India's severe monsoon season has caused over 100 deaths since July, leading to floods and landslides. Climate change and El Nino are disrupting rainfall patterns, exacerbating the situation.

Chittoor district has distributed 472 metric tonnes of improved jowar and AT maize fodder seeds to eligible livestock farmers under a 75% subsidy program to address El Nino-related concerns.

A strengthening El Nino has broken records for intensity and is expected to cause extreme weather globally, according to UN officials and scientists. The phenomenon, which will likely peak in late 2024, is described as 'adding fuel to a planet already on fire' due to its combination with long-term global warming.

A strengthening El Nino is expected to break intensity records and trigger extreme weather worldwide, with the United Nations and scientists warning it will exacerbate the climate crisis. The phenomenon, which is still growing, is projected to peak in late fall 2024, combining with global warming to cause unprecedented heat, droughts, and rainfall extremes.

An expert panel has recommended El Nino mitigation measures with ₹803 crore allocated to the Telangana government. The committee also advised issuing a directive to private educational institutions to stop requiring immediate fee payments from families affected by drought.

A.P. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan emphasizes an awareness drive for farmers regarding the impact of El Nino. He urged public representatives and government officials to take action to prevent a crisis among farmers.

The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East have not yet disrupted global food supplies, but a strong El Nino weather pattern could increase the risk of world hunger.

A minister launched a water treatment plant in Nandyal to address drinking water issues. N. Md. Farooq urged farmers to cultivate less water-intensive crops like paddy due to potential water scarcity linked to El Nino.

Tomato farmers in Chittoor are being urged to enroll in a crop insurance scheme amid El Nino concerns. The scheme requires a 5% premium payment of ₹3,750 per hectare, with the deadline for payment extended to August 31.

Hong Kong should prepare for stronger storms and a warmer, wetter winter this year as the current El Nino phenomenon intensifies into a super event, according to Friends of the Earth (HK) and a leading meteorologist. Typhoons are expected to grow more powerful due to rising sea temperatures and increased moisture and energy from El Nino.

A drought-like scenario affects 457 mandals in Telangana as El Nino keeps water levels in reservoirs low, impacting hydel generation. Major reservoirs in Krishna and Godavari Basins, except Nagarjunasagar, have not received significant floods.

An impending 'super' El Nino is projected to cause US$10 billion to US$20 billion in damages in African countries and trigger mass migration from affected areas, according to the African Development Bank’s top climate expert. Forecasters warn the El Nino weather pattern could become one of the strongest ever if Pacific Ocean warming trends continue, leading to severe droughts, flooding, and storms in Africa.

A Telangana panel on El Nino is set to submit a mitigation report to the Chief Minister on Monday. The report aims to address strategies for managing the impact of El Nino, a climatic phenomenon.

BJP claims Congress lacks a plan to address the El Nino crisis in Telangana. BJP leader Gudur Narayan Reddy urged the government to continuously pump Godavari waters and maximize storage in reservoirs, tanks, and irrigation structures.

Chittoor district has launched an initiative to identify mango growers through field-level verification amid El Nino concerns. Officials were directed to submit reports ensuring subsidies reach genuine beneficiaries.

Shyam Prasad directed officials to promote Pre-Monsoon Dry Sowing across the district as a sustainable agricultural practice to address the El Nino threat through climate-resilient agriculture and water management.

An expert panel urges careful management of water and power resources due to El Nino conditions. The recommendation emphasizes prudence in resource use.

The A.P. government has launched an action plan to address fodder shortages linked to El Nino concerns. The initiative encourages silage and total mixed ration manufacturing by offering industrial incentives at the district level, as stated by the Animal Husbandry Director.

Weeklong rainstorms in Chile, linked to El Nino, have killed at least 10 people and triggered flash floods.

The State is seeking assistance from the Centre to address the impact of El Nino. The collaboration aims to mitigate challenges posed by the climatic phenomenon.

Telangana is preparing plans to mitigate the effects of El Nino, as stated by Bhatti. The state is taking proactive measures to address potential climate-related challenges.

KTR stated that the government failed to manage the El Nino effect despite opportunities. The BRS working president welcomed businessman M. Srinivas Rao from Banswada constituency into the party.

Minister Keshav urges daily monitoring for El Nino preparedness in Anantapur and directs the appointment of a liaison officer from the district to coordinate with senior officials in the State capital.

Malaysia is expected to experience record high temperatures next year as the El Nino phenomenon strengthens, according to the country's meteorological department. Climate experts warn of a strong or super-strong El Nino, which could lead to severe weather including droughts, floods, and heatwaves.

India's monsoon patterns are becoming increasingly erratic due to El Nino and global warming, leading to a fifth-driest June followed by sudden heavy rains in cities like Mumbai. These shifts threaten agricultural output and strain power grids.

Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao chaired a review meeting on a contingency plan for Karimnagar district to address potential El Nino impacts. The focus is on timely implementation of measures, promoting drought-tolerant crops, water conservation, and farmer awareness programs to protect livelihoods.

Telangana's Rural Development department proposes large-scale water conservation works, including 9.60 lakh soak pits, 25,000 farm ponds, and 5,000 percolation tanks, under the 'Telangana Jalasiri' programme to mitigate El Nino effects over the next three months.

The government has formed an expert panel to evaluate the impact of El Nino. The panel's purpose is to assess potential effects related to the climate phenomenon.

A high-level meeting will be held in Karimnagar on Sunday to address the ongoing rain deficit amid concerns related to El Nino.

The Deputy CM has directed power utilities to prepare for increased energy demand linked to the El Nino impact. The focus is on ensuring readiness to address potential challenges arising from the weather phenomenon.

Telangana is experiencing delayed monsoon rains despite neighboring states receiving showers. International climate agencies predict El Nino conditions will strengthen during the remaining monsoon season and beyond, according to a Hyderabad-based meteorologist.

Philippine rice output faces a potential 30% collapse due to a strengthening 'super' El Nino, causing concern among farmers in central Luzon. Government plans to address the crisis are perceived as ineffective by those working in the paddies, with one official describing efforts as 'all talk.'

A dangerous heat wave is intensifying across the United States, with triple-digit temperatures expected in the Southwest and Great Plains before spreading eastward under a high-pressure dome. Health warnings emphasize risks from prolonged heat, including record-breaking highs and overnight temperatures 15-25°F above normal, particularly affecting two-thirds of the continental U.S.

The El Nino weather pattern is strengthening and likely to rank among the largest on record when it peaks between October and December, according to the US Climate Prediction Centre. With an 81% chance of being 'very strong' (2.0°C above an index) and 97% chance of persisting through early 2027, El Nino is expected to drive global temperature rises and disrupt weather patterns worldwide.

Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy has directed officials to prepare district-specific contingency plans to mitigate the impact of El Nino on farmers.

Federal forecasters predict an intensifying El Nino to become very strong, potentially reaching historic levels this fall, which could bring a rainier winter to the US South.