Senate to grill gov’t agencies on El Niño preparations

The Senate is gearing up to scrutinize the government's preparations for El Niño, with Sen. Francis Pangilinan leading the charge to safeguard the agriculture sector and maintain food supply. El Niño is expected to intensify and linger until early next year, raising concerns about its potential impact on the country's food security. This scrutiny underscores the urgency and importance of proactive measures to mitigate adverse effects on agriculture, which could otherwise lead to severe economic and social repercussions.