El Nino-fueled fires force evacuations, close schools, affect 3.4 million in Indonesia
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Why in news
El Niño-induced wildfires in Indonesia have caused a public health crisis, affecting 3.4 million people and necessitating emergency evacuations.
Background
Wildfires in West Kalimantan, Indonesia, have burned for over a month due to El Niño conditions. The fires have impacted 3.4 million people, primarily causing respiratory infections among vulnerable groups like children and pregnant women.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TEl Niño: A climate pattern involving the unusual warming of surface waters in the eastern and central tropical Pacific Ocean.
- Fact3.4 million people in Indonesia are currently at risk of respiratory infections due to wildfire smoke.
- PlaceWest Kalimantan: The specific region in Indonesia experiencing severe wildfire-induced evacuations.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the impact of El Niño-induced wildfires on public health and regional stability. Suggest measures for transboundary cooperation in managing climate-induced disasters.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- public health crisis
- vulnerability of marginalized groups
- climate change adaptation
- transboundary haze management
Keywords: El Niño · respiratory health · climate-induced disaster · vulnerable populations · environmental mitigation
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