The 2007 dry spell in Luzon (Philippines): its cause, impact and corresponding response measures

Yumul, G P and Cruz, N A and Dimalanta, C B and et al, . (2010) The 2007 dry spell in Luzon (Philippines): its cause, impact and corresponding response measures. Climate Change, 100 (3/4). pp. 633-644.

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Abstract

Abstract Climate change, involving both human-induced global warming and natural climate variability, has been called upon to explain the occurrences of weather extremes with their associated natural hazards. The Philippines experienced a dry spell in 2007 specifically in parts of Luzon which occurred during the rainy season. On the other hand, areas in Mindanao, southern Philippines which were supposed to be dry, were wet due to the non-migration of the inter-tropical convergence zone northward. The 2007 dry spell in Luzon, northern Philippines affected the agricultural, power, water and health sectors. The local effects of this weather extreme have to be documented and studied to ensure that the appropriate response measures are adopted should there be a recurrence. The building up of the database on this weather extreme and related natural hazards will definitely help the country cope with future similar events.

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Additional Information: We appreciate the support extended by the Philippine National Disaster Coordinating Council, Office of Civil Defense-Department of National Defense, the DOST-Philippine Council for Industry and Energy Research and Development, Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the various local government units that we have worked with. We are also grateful for the discussions and help extended by E.O. Cayanan, S.R. Espinueva, R.D. de Guzman and P.D. Nilo. Comments, suggestions, and questions raised by two anonymous reviewers, which significantly improved the paper, are also acknowledged with thanks.
Author Affiliation: Department of Science and Technology Taguig City Metro Manila Philippines
Subjects: Atmosperic Science > Climatology
Divisions: UNSPECIFIED
Depositing User: Mr Siva Shankar
Date Deposited: 10 Apr 2012 08:19
Last Modified: 10 Apr 2012 08:20
Official URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10584-009-9677-0
URI: http://eprints.icrisat.ac.in/id/eprint/4582

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