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May242025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

NOAA Forecasts Active 2025 Hurricane Season: 13–19 Named Storms Expected

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U.S. meteorologists are warning of a potentially busy Atlantic hurricane season for 2025, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicting 13 to 19 named storms 6 to 10 of which could intensify into hurricanes. The Atlantic hurricane season officially begins June 1 and runs through November 30. This above-normal forecast is based on two critical climate indicators: warmer-than-average Atlantic sea surface temperatures and the current neutral phase of the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO). These conditions tip the scales toward a more active season though experts stress that forecasting does not equate to guarantees. Warmer Waters and ENSO Fuel Storm Formation Hurricanes feed off warm ocean waters, and current sea surface temperatures are above the 3...

May242025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

WMO Predicts Stronger 2025 Monsoon Across Asia as ENSO Influence Weakens

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The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has forecasted an above-normal summer monsoon across East and South Asia in 2025, signaling a potentially wetter season for a region that is home to more than 60% of the world’s population. The prediction, issued through the Forum on Regional Climate Monitoring, Assessment and Prediction for Asia (FOCRA II), comes amid a global transition from La Niña to ENSO-neutral conditions. According to seasonal projections consolidated from WMO’s Global Producing Centres for Long-Range Forecasts, the 2025 boreal summer will bring above-average rainfall to large parts of East and South Asia. This monsoon uptick is expected to benefit agriculture-dependent economies but also raises the risk of flooding and landslides, particularly in low-lying and urba...

May212025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Southern Australia in the Grip of Drought: A Harsh Glimpse into the Future

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Southern Australia is currently enduring a crippling drought, with swathes of South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, and Western Australia experiencing some of the lowest rainfall totals on record. This prolonged dry spell is putting immense pressure on communities, ecosystems, and economies serving as a stark warning of what may become more frequent as climate change intensifies. 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗶𝗲𝗴𝗲: 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝗮𝗿, 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗱 With pastures failing, many farmers are being forced to purchase feed at sky-high prices just to keep their animals alive. Others are selling off livestock in distress sales, trying to cut losses. These decisions often heartbreaking are being made daily across vast tracts of agricultural land. Financial stress is mounting. For many, the economi...

May82025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Monsoon 2025 to Bring Bounty and Risk for South Asia, Says SASCOF

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The 2025 Southwest Monsoon forecasted to bring above-normal rainfall across much of South Asia, is being hailed as both a potential blessing and a looming challenge for the region. According to the latest outlook by the South Asian Climate Outlook Forum (SASCOF) the June–September season could witness significantly higher-than-average rainfall in most areas, excluding parts of the north, east, and northeast which may face drier conditions. Monsoon: Lifeline for South Asia The monsoon season is the dominant climatic force shaping the livelihoods, agriculture, and economies of South Asia. Countries like India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Pakistan depend on it for up to 90% of their annual rainfall. The water it delivers is crucial for irrigating crops, generating hydropower, and repleni...