The season of El Nino

Article Abstract:

The warm Pacific Ocean current called El Nino was much larger than usual in 1997-98, disrupting normal weather patterns around the world. Some 900 people were killed, as were hundreds of thousands of livestock, and economies were some $20 billion poorer. Specific results are discussed.

Economic aspects, Climatic changes, Climate change

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Fujimori against El Nino

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Fujimoro is overseeing preventative efforts to lessen damage likely to be caused by El Nino, which forecasters believe will exceed that of 1982-83. Peru expects to fare the worst of all the Andean countries, because of expected torrential rains in the north and drought in the south.

Environmental policy, Natural disasters

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Fujimori under fire

Article Abstract:

Fujimori's power and popularity is dwindling in Peru, and many residents believe the army holds all the power. A scandal involving television broadcaster Baruch Ivcher, who allegedly wire-tapped government officials, led to the resignation of some of Fujimori's top ministers.

Investigations, Political aspects, Public opinion, Scandals, Military government, Ivcher, Baruch

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