World · Philippines Bureau
El Niño impacts surge past 428,000 Filipinos, NDRRMC reports
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council says El Niño conditions have affected over 428,000 people across the Philippines. The figure, released Wednesday, underscores the widening impact of the climate phenomenon on vulnerable communities nationwide.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — More than 428,000 individuals have been impacted by El Niño conditions sweeping across the Philippines, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reported Wednesday. The NDRRMC said the figure encompasses 428,687 individuals from approximately 115,246 families affected by the weather phenomenon. The affected population spans multiple regions, with significant impact reported in Cagayan and other areas grappling with drought and water shortages. The council continues to monitor the situation as El Niño persists, with officials warning of potential expansion in the affected zones. Authorities have called for heightened preparedness measures and conservation efforts as communities face ongoing challenges from the climate event.