Super El Nino causes unusual heat, warns of saltwater intrusion in Mekong Delta

According to forecasts, the very strong El Nino phenomenon is expected to cause significant impacts on the Central and Southern regions of Vietnam. Specifically, provinces in these two areas face a high risk of severe water shortages in the coming period. Particularly, in the Mekong Delta (ĐBSCL), saltwater intrusion is warned to occur earlier than usual and with greater intensity. This poses a major challenge for water resource management and agricultural production in this key region, which heavily relies on freshwater sources. Relevant authorities need to implement timely response plans to mitigate damages caused by El Nino, especially concerning the livelihoods of residents and regional food security.

Key points
* A very strong El Nino is expected to affect Vietnam.
* Central and Southern regions may face water shortages.
* Saltwater intrusion in the Mekong Delta is warned to be early and severe.

Nguồn / Source: Thanh Niên - Thời sự