El Niño Intensifies, Posing Severe Water Scarcity and Heat Risks for Vietnam
Vietnam is bracing for one of the strongest El Niño events in 40 years, with predictions of record high temperatures, severe droughts, and water shortages from late 2026 into early 2027. Coastal South Central Vietnam, the Central Highlands, and the Southern regions are expected to be most severely impacted.
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