Since July, India's severe monsoon season has caused over 100 deaths across
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Severe monsoon-induced floods and landslides across India and Sri Lanka have caused over 100 deaths, highlighting the intensifying impact of climate change and El Niño.
Background
Since July, India's monsoon has caused over 100 deaths, with Assam reporting 87 fatalities and Kerala recording 15. Sri Lanka reported 8 deaths and 12,000 displaced persons due to flooding despite concurrent drought conditions.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAssam recorded 87 fatalities due to monsoon-related disasters since July.
- FactSri Lanka reported 12,000 displaced persons due to monsoon flooding.
- S&TEl Niño and climate change are identified as primary drivers for extreme monsoon patterns.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the increasing frequency of extreme weather events in South Asia and suggest measures to enhance disaster resilience against climate-induced floods.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- climate change impacts
- El Niño influence
- disaster management infrastructure
- transboundary climate cooperation
Keywords: climate change · El Niño · disaster resilience · extreme weather · mitigation
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