Based on the climate-health analysis for September 2nd dekad, it has been observed that, there were low to moderate suitable climate conditions to the breeding and transmission of vector-borne diseases in most parts of western half and central eastern parts of the country. Additionally, over the next 10 days, the western, southwestern and north western half of the country will continue to experience expanded suitable conditions for the breeding and development malaria.

In terms of climate comfortability conditions, most parts of the country have experienced pleasant conditions for both

humans and livestock. However, certain regions like Afar, Somali, and Gambela might be affected by heat stress in some

hotspot lowland areas. Looking ahead to the next 10 days of September 3rd dekad, the low-lying border areas of the country, especially Afar region will experience moderately to sever heat stress, which will affect both humans and cattle.