El Niño may weaken monsoon, but disaster risks do remain
Nepal's Department of Hydrology and Meteorology forecasts below-normal monsoon rainfall and hotter temperatures this year, potentially due to El Niño conditions. Despite the drier outlook, experts warn of intense localized downpours and extreme weather events that could trigger major disasters. Disaster preparedness remains crucial, with authorities urged to keep emergency response teams on high alert.
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