Drought looms in 17 provinces

By Arlie O. Calalo

Jan 04, 2024 12:18 am

(UPDATE) AT least 17 provinces in Luzon will experience drought by the end of January due to the effects of the El Niño phenomenon, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said on Wednesday.

'This may adversely affect the different climate-sensitive sectors such as the water resources, agriculture, energy, health, public safety and other key sectors,' Pagasa Officer in Charge Nathaniel Servando told The Manila Times on Wednesday.

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