El Niño could intensify stress on Keralam’s forests and wildlife

According to the Forest Survey of India, Keralam reported 49 large forest fire incidents so far this year, compared with 52 in 2025. The amount and distribution of northeast monsoon rainfall will be crucial in determining water availability in forests and the extent of water stress on wildlife

The Hindu

Published: 18 October 2026

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