2021 East Africa floods caused by Indian Ocean Dipole, exacerbated by climate change, not El Niño.
Scientists have determined that El Niño did not contribute to East Africa's widespread floods this year, which killed hundreds of people. The flooding was caused by the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) climate system and exacerbated by climate change, making the event twice as likely and 5% more intense. The study urges governments in the region to improve infrastructure and protect ecosystems to mitigate the heightened risk of climate disasters.
May 24, 2024
14 Articles