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Report indicates water, food and power at risk by strong El Niño

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Briefings

A report by the OAS warns that severe El Niño conditions in 2027 will cause up to 80% rainfall reductions and catastrophic flooding across Latin America and the Caribbean, urging member states to prepare for the final months of 2026.

Key points

• The OAS report predicts that El Niño impacts in 2027 will result in rainfall reductions of up to 80% across Latin America and the Caribbean.
• The report urges member states to strengthen prevention and preparedness specifically during the final months of 2026.

Context

This briefing addresses climate risks from the El Niño phenomenon, which is expected to cause severe flooding and landslides in the region.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single report from the OAS; specific regional impacts are not detailed, and the report does not provide data on the 2026 period.

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