El Niño Threatens Vietnam with Severe Drought and Heatwaves
Vietnam faces an elevated risk of severe heatwaves and droughts due to the intensifying El Niño phenomenon. Water scarcity is a growing concern across many regions, particularly from late 2026 into early 2027, with potential economic and social repercussions.
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