The Global Weather Hazards Summary from November 21 to 27, 2024, outlines significant rainfall across Africa and flooding in Central America. Kenya, southern Somalia, and Mozambique report heavy rain, while impacts from Tropical Storm Sara create flooding in Colombia. Various African nations face flooding concerns alongside regions suffering from prolonged dry conditions.
The latest summary for global weather hazards from November 21 to November 27, 2024, highlights persistent ENSO-neutral conditions across the globe. Significant rainfall has been recorded in various regions in Africa, notably in Kenya, southern Somalia, and Mozambique. Central America experienced extreme precipitation due to Tropical Storm Sara, while Colombia is also undergoing severe flooding conditions.
In Africa, heavy rainfall has characterized central and eastern Kenya alongside southern Somalia. Areas in Mozambique and northeastern South Africa encountered localized heavy rains. Particularly, the Sudd wetlands in South Sudan remain heavily inundated while improvements are noted upstream on the White Nile. Heavy rains have inflicted flooding in northeastern Ethiopia, while various regions, including Guinea-Bissau, Guinea, northern Sierra Leone, Mali, Senegal, Niger, Nigeria, Chad, and Cameroon, have also experienced flooding. However, flooding conditions have shown signs of improvement in Nigeria.
Conversely, abnormal dryness has emerged in Ghana, central Togo, and western Nigeria due to insufficient rainfall in previous months, affecting northern Ghana and parts of Cameroon as well. Southeastern Ethiopia and southern Somalia observed below-average rainfall, though recent showers in Kenya and southern Somalia have alleviated some dryness, with central Somalia continuing to struggle with drought conditions. Notably, there are forecasts for abnormally high temperatures in northwestern Africa and parts of Madagascar, and Angola may witness flash floods due to localized heavy rain.
The climate conditions presented in this summary are reflective of ongoing seasonal weather patterns influenced by various factors, including the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO). These patterns have been instrumental in shaping precipitation distribution and drought occurrences across different regions. The reports of heavy rainfall juxtaposed with dry conditions highlight the challenges faced in balancing water supply needs. Monitoring these climate phenomena is essential for disaster preparedness and effective resource management, particularly in vulnerable areas.
In summary, the global weather hazards report underscores a critical situation of heavy rainfall and flooding in parts of Africa, alongside severe weather impacts in Central America. While some regions have benefited from recent rains, others continue to grapple with drought conditions. Continuous monitoring and effective management strategies are imperative for disaster resilience in affected areas.
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