The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Despite recent downpour, monsoon deficit in Wayanad stays at 50%
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The Hindu Bureau
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Despite recent heavy rainfall, the Wayanad district in India continues to face a 50% monsoon rainfall deficit compared to historical averages. Experts attribute the ongoing water scarcity to the combined effects of climate change and the El Niño phenomenon.
Though Wayanad has witnessed heavy rain over the past few days, cumulative southwest monsoon rainfall in the hill district remains around 50% below normal after the first two months of the season.
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