Tonga: Drought - Sep 2023

A drought has been declared for the Tongatapu and ‘Eua islands. Drought alerts are in effect for Niuafo’ou and Niuatoputapu, and warnings are in force for Ha’apai and Vava’u. Until the end of 2023, rainfall deficiencies are expected for Vava’u, Ha’apai, Tongatapu, ‘Eua, Niuafo’ou and Niuatoputapu. (Gov't of Tonga, 29 Sep 2023)