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Bolivia Declares State of Emergency Amid Severe El Nino-Induced Drought

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  • •Bolivia declared a state of emergency due to a severe drought caused by El Nino.
  • •The drought has affected 78,000 families and led to the loss of over 75,000 cattle.
  • •Six out of nine departments in Bolivia are experiencing significant drought impacts.
  • •El Nino is expected to peak in late 2026, potentially worsening the situation.

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