PETALING JAYA: It’s advice that’s worth repeating as the weather transitions towards El Nino, the climate pattern which pushes up global temperatures. “Prioritise regular hydration, reduce outdoor exposure during peak heat hours, wear light-­coloured clothing and maintain well-ventilated or cooled indoor environments. In Malaysia, she said cloud seeding has been deployed during past droughts and haze episodes with some localised success. Based on the El Nino-Southern Oscillation Diagnostic Discussion, there is a chance of El Nino ­persisting through the end of 2026. “Given the high costs involved, how can we keep doing cloud seeding?

Source: The Star April 12, 2026 00:39 UTC