Nearly three million people in East Africa could be displaced by El Niño-related floods, according to a warning from the United Nations. The agency highlighted that the region is among the most vulnerable to climate threats, with rising flood risks linked to the El Niño phenomenon. The UN reported that nearly 90 million people globally are already displaced due to climate-related disasters, including flooding.
The warning comes as East Africa faces increased rainfall and flooding in several countries, including Kenya, Ethiopia, and Somalia. Officials have expressed concern over the potential for further displacement and the strain on local resources. The UN called for urgent action to support affected communities and improve disaster preparedness.
This follows a series of extreme weather events in the region, with recent reports of severe flooding in parts of Kenya and Ethiopia. The El Niño pattern, which occurs every few years, has led to higher-than-average rainfall, increasing the risk of flooding and landslides. Experts warn that without improved infrastructure and early warning systems, the number of displaced people could rise sharply. The situation underscores the growing impact of climate change on vulnerable populations in East Africa.
