Update: The Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services has issued fresh severe weather warnings for Malawi, extending previous alerts for Lake Malawi. According to a five-day forecast released on October 1, strong Mwera winds will continue to blow over the lake and other water bodies. The department expects localized heavy thunderstorms and gusty winds across the country due to the convergence of warm easterly and moist southeasterly air masses. Authorities have advised fishermen and other lake users to take immediate precautions to prevent property damage and loss of life.
Update: In a related development regarding the ongoing El Nino threat, the South-West Indian Ocean Climate Outlook Forum published a new multi-hazard forecast on October 1. According to Mirage News, the regional body warned that southern areas, including Malawi, face an increasing risk of drought, extreme heat, and water stress between October 2026 and March 2027. The forum brought together meteorological experts from Malawi and neighboring countries to assess evolving climate drivers. The experts urged governments across the region to strengthen their preparedness plans to protect agricultural productivity and food security.