Environment • Sāmoa • Palau • Solomon IslandsEl Niño tightens grip on Pacific as authorities warn of drought and extreme weatherMeteorological agencies across the Pacific are warning of the impacts the 2026-2027 El Niño will bring, with several countries already reporting drought conditions and water shortages.Lachlan EddieFri, 23 Oct
Pacific Region • Bougainville, Papua New GuineaRace against time: Bougainville classrooms battle El Niño water shortagesIsland schools face an October deadline to secure daily drinking supplies and implement strict safety measures or face complete shutdown.PMN NewsTue, 20 Oct
Environment • PalauPacific calls for urgent action at UN summit as El Niño threats growPalau President Surangel Whipps Jr is pushing for climate funding as scientists warn of more pressure on food, water and cyclone risk.PMN NewsThu, 24 Sep
