This photo taken on April 25, 2024 shows an aerial view of a drought-stricken farm in San Antonio, Nueva Ecija. More than half of the Philippines' provinces, including Nueva Ecija, are in drought as El Nino exacerbates hot and dry conditions typical for March, April and May. JAM STA ROSA / AFP

Title: The Devastating Impact of El Niño: 131 Cities and Municipalities Under State of Calamity in the Philippines

Learn more about the impact of El Niño in the Philippines, with 131 cities and municipalities under a state of calamity. The ongoing drought has caused significant damage to agriculture, prompting the government to provide assistance and consider cloud seeding operations. Conserve water to help guarantee a secure supply in the coming weeks.

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Senate Minority Leader Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel 3rd. Photo from Senate

Addressing the Severe Drought Crisis in the Philippines: Urgent Call for International Support

Learn more about how Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III is urging the Philippines’ allies to extend their support in addressing the severe drought crisis caused by the El Niño phenomenon. Discover the impact of this weather phenomenon on agriculture and the livelihoods of Filipino farmers and fishermen and the need for international assistance. Read more about the call for genuine concern and support from the country’s allies.

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