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Why monsoon rains bring floods to some areas and drought to others
Published 25 July 2026 · india
Monsoon season is bringing contrasting weather patterns across South Asia, with devastating floods in Pakistan, Bangladesh and northeast India, while parts of central and western
Monsoon season is bringing contrasting weather patterns across South Asia, with devastating floods in Pakistan, Bangladesh and northeast India, while parts of central and western India face unusually dry conditions.
Rivers have overflowed, damaging homes, roads and farmland, while farmers in drier areas worry about rainfall shortages. Al Jazeera’s Everton Fox explains why monsoon rainfall
patterns are so uneven. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
Published: July 26, 2026 • 2:07 AM IST · Updated: July 26, 2026 • 2:38 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Monsoon season is bringing contrasting weather patterns across South Asia, with devastating floods in Pakistan, Bangladesh and northeast India, while parts of central and western India face unusually dry conditions.
Rivers have overflowed, damaging homes, roads and farmland, while farmers in drier areas worry about rainfall shortages.
Al Jazeera’s Everton Fox explains why monsoon rainfall patterns are so uneven.
Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
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