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The 2007 dry spell in Luzon (Philippines): its cause, impact and corresponding response measures |
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| Authors: | Graciano P Yumul Jr Nathaniel A Cruz Carla B Dimalanta Nathaniel T Servando Flaviana D Hilario |
| Institution: | 1. Department of Science and Technology, Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines 2. National Institute of Geological Sciences, College of Science, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines 3. Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration–Department of Science and Technology, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines |
| Abstract: | Climate change, involving both human-induced global warming and natural climate variability, has been called upon to explain the occurrences of weather extremes with their associated natural hazards. The Philippines experienced a dry spell in 2007 specifically in parts of Luzon which occurred during the rainy season. On the other hand, areas in Mindanao, southern Philippines which were supposed to be dry, were wet due to the non-migration of the inter-tropical convergence zone northward. The 2007 dry spell in Luzon, northern Philippines affected the agricultural, power, water and health sectors. The local effects of this weather extreme have to be documented and studied to ensure that the appropriate response measures are adopted should there be a recurrence. The building up of the database on this weather extreme and related natural hazards will definitely help the country cope with future similar events. |
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