Preparedness Measures : Meeting to prepare for El Niño-related natural disasters

A coordination meeting to prepare for potential natural disasters caused by the El Niño weather phenomenon was held at the Nay Pyi Taw Council Office on Friday.

Council Chairman U Kan Myint Than attended the meeting and discussed that El Niño could bring record-high temperatures, irregular rainfall and water shortages, affecting agriculture, public health and electricity production. He also highlighted the risks of heat-related illnesses, crop damage, forest fires and shortages of drinking and irrigation water.

He urged relevant departments to strengthen disaster preparedness, monitor weather conditions, prevent forest fires, store emergency food and water supplies, and raise public awareness about safety measures. Officials also discussed preparedness measures for their respective sectors, and the council chairman gave further instructions.