The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) warned that temperatures in most parts of Yemen: It will record a record high during the next few days, especially in the southern and eastern regions.

The organization expected, in its early warning bulletin, that temperatures would rise significantly, reaching maximum levels throughout Yemen, during the first 10 days of this June, and may peak at about 40 degrees Celsius or more, especially in the governorates of Hadramaut. And Al-Mahra and Lahj.”

She said that the rise in temperatures will become more severe in the desert and uninhabited areas of Hadramaut and Al-Mahra governorates, but the greatest danger will be in Lahj Governorate due to the presence of vital agricultural assets there.

FAO explained that the expected decrease in rainfall by early June indicates the end of the summer rainy season in Yemen, with cumulative estimates reaching 40 mm in the governorates of Ibb, Taiz, Dhamar and Socotra.

She noted that this period of the year “is characterized by high temperatures, drought conditions, and a noticeable lack of rainfall, which creates a challenging environment for agriculture and associated livelihood activities.”

She added that extreme heat and limited rainfall “together are likely to pose significant obstacles to agricultural practices and livelihoods in vulnerable areas, and such conditions may lead to lower crop yields or a significant decline in their quality, which subsequently affects security levels.” Food and nutrition

FAO called on local communities to protect themselves by reducing exposure to sunlight for long periods, to reduce the possibility of heat-related diseases, especially among vulnerable groups such as pregnant and breastfeeding women, the elderly, young children, and individuals with health conditions. Chronic.