Statement on looming El Niño phenomenon
June 10, 2023I stand with Malacañang in urging all national government agencies, including government-owned and controlled corporations and state universities and colleges in implementing water conservation measures amidst the looming El Niño phenomenon within the next few months. PAGASA projects an 80% chance of El Niño occurrence beginning June to August this year until the first quarter of 2024.
While El Niño does not directly cause water scarcity, the reduced rainfall it brings can influence decreased water supply and droughts. And as it […]