Somalia Warns of Severe Drought, Fears Repeat of 2017 Famine

Somalia’s national disaster agency warns that a severe drought could become a major crisis. The alert comes after expected seasonal rains failed, deepening the dry conditions across the country. The worsening situation is now forcing families to flee rural areas. They are moving in search of basic water and food, according to the agency. Officials fear the current drought could escalate sharply. They warn it may mirror the deadly 2017 famine, which caused widespread loss of life and displacement.