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Monsoon downpours cause floods and landslides as climate change and El Nino disrupt rainfall patterns. Floods and landslides triggered by monsoon rains have killed more than 100 people across India since July, according to official data, with thousands forced to flee flooded homes. The annual monsoon brings rain that farmers depend on, but scientists say climate change is making it increasingly deadly across South Asia. This year’s toll spans several states. Assam has been hit hardest, with at least 87 dead, and Sivasagar district alone accounting for 47.
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Kerala has recorded at least 15 deaths and seven missing after days of heavy rain, Chief Minister VD Satheesan said, with more than 10,000 people sheltering in more than 300 relief camps in the state.
